The first ever show garden from new designer Esra Parr (Esra Parr Gardens), this vibrant, colourful garden is evocative of Aegean Holidays. This beautiful garden won a Gold medal at Hampton Court Flower Show in 2015.
The garden represents the timeless image of unspoiled islands, beautiful scenery, ancient sites and whitewashed villages alive with colour from bougainvillea, which are perfect for exploration by small ships. Bougainvillea standards draw visitors into the garden towards a fountain, whilst areas of vertically planted fuchsia and pink Bougainvillea accentuate the perimeter.
Blue walls have contrasting white aluminium panels set into them, which are reminiscent of the architecture of the region. Oleander shrubs and lavender are reflected in the still turquoise water of the rills set around the shaded seating area and wherever visitors stand, soft spires of deep purple and white contrast with structural cubes and spheres.
It has been sponsored by specialist tour and cruise operator Noble Caledonia, who operate tranquil, relaxing garden themed cruises in the Mediterranean and Aegean.
Plant list for Spirit of the Aegean Garden
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Photos by Ellen Rooney and Andrew Wilson
