Sophie and Yves
The wish customers
A hilltop property with breathtaking views of the Luberon and the Durance valley.
An exceptional setting… but a totally abandoned garden.
Sophie, a holistic osteopath, wanted to be able to welcome her patients in a pleasant, natural setting.
With this in mind, we designed a soothing and inspiring Provençal garden, conceived as a true place to recharge one’s batteries.
Field analysis
The issues encountered
Constraints linked to drought, soil quality and lack of water.
1
Very poor, stony, clayey soil
2
Extreme conditions: full sun, very arid soil
3
Access to mains water only
Jolijardin expertise
Solutions provided by our landscaping department
Working with and not
against nature
We have made a strong choice:
Respect the site and build on what already exists.
- Selection and enhancement of existing plants
- Pruning and restructuring existing masses
- Natural integration into the landscape
Objective: to give the impression that the garden has always been there.
Creating a soothing atmosphere
and sustainable
The choice of plants was strategic:
- Lavender, rosemary, perovskias
- Sober, hardy scrubland plants
- Yucca rostrata for a strong sculptural presence
- Agaves to structure and reinforce the character
These plantations enable :
- Very little watering
- Very low maintenance
- Highly consistent with the climate
Oleanders complete the picture, adding color in summer.
