From black and red picón to volcanic rocks and drought-tolerant planting, Lanzarote’s natural landscape can provide inspiration for gardens designed around the island’s climate.
Lanzarote’s volcanic landscape is impossible to ignore, and its influence can extend well beyond the island’s roads and walking trails. In gardens across the island, volcanic materials can be combined with carefully selected plants to create outdoor spaces that work with their surroundings.
For homeowners considering changes to their garden this September, natural materials can provide both practical and visual possibilities. Flower Power‘s landscaping team specialises in using volcanic rocks and picón when creating gardens, alongside plants chosen for Lanzarote’s climate.
Picón, the island’s lava ash, can be used in garden areas in black or red. As well as creating contrast around planting, it helps retain water in the soil. Volcanic rocks can be incorporated into flower beds, paths and walls, creating structure while complementing the character of the island.
The planting itself is equally important. Lanzarote’s dry and hot conditions mean that not every plant is suited to life outdoors here. Flower Power Garden Centre focuses on plants that are able to cope with the island’s climate, with a range including flowers, cacti, succulents, olive trees, herbs and mature plants.
Cacti and succulents can be particularly useful for people looking for plants that require less time and attention. The garden centre offers different varieties and sizes, including options for collectors as well as those looking for straightforward additions to their outdoor space.
For anyone who has an idea but is unsure how to bring it together, Flower Power‘s display garden provides an opportunity to see plants and combinations in practice. Visitors can also learn about the development and appropriate treatment of different plants, with advice available from the English-speaking team.
Landscaping projects can range from small spaces to complete gardens. Flower Power provides consultation, planning and design, with the landscaping team also able to construct patios, paths and other features connected with the green area.
Not every home has a large garden, either. Pots and planters can introduce greenery to terraces and other smaller spaces, with miniature gardens and small rock constructions offering ways to make use of individual corners.
September is a natural point to review an outdoor space before autumn settles in. For those looking to create a garden that reflects Lanzarote rather than fighting against its environment, the island’s own volcanic character can be a useful place to start.
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