Reunite your disjointed plot by sticking to a theme, repeating plants and creating a focal point If your theme is a Mediterranean, carry it through all the different areas of your garden Gardens evolve over time. The living elements grow and mature. Trees get taller, shrubs bigger and herbaceous plants go through many cycles of growth and decay.
Hard landscaping such as paving, patios and walls age and wooden structures weather over time. Gardens often change with their owners. As the children grow up, scruffy lawns that once hosted football games can morph into manicured perfection.
Or the influence of new fashions and trends can change aspects of the garden, resulting in new features being added or dated ones being removed..
