THE FUTURE LOOKS GREEN

TO GET A HANDLE ON WHAT’S NEW IN OUTDOOR SPACES, WE CAUGHT UP WITH EXPERT EMILY HASTIE FROM KAMO MARSH LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.

Fashions in clothing and design come and go, and it’s the same for gardens. Still, apart from these shortterm trends, over time, we also see a slower evolution of design preferences as our lifestyles and circumstances change. After a tumultuous year where we have all spent more time at home and in our gardens, we are seeing key themes emerging for 2021 and beyond.

CLIMATE POSITIVE CHOICES

As we reflect on global environmental issues, New Zealanders are embracing the the shift towards taking responsibility for climate-friendly choices and greener standards.

BUY LOCAL AND RECYCLE

There’s a continuous move towards using recycled and local materials in the landscape, and more thought is going into the availability of natural/untreated products. Salt water and natural swimming pools are being considered, and local, recycled timbers are proving to be popular.

CULTURAL RECOGNITION

Kaitiakitanga is the guardianship or stewardship of the natural world around us. As the importance of caring for the natural environment becomes more evident, we recognise the ancient wisdom of Maori for protecting the whenua, and the benefit these values have in the modern world.

LIVING SPACES

Rather than international travel, some people are preferring to create outdoor living spaces to enjoy their leisure time at home. Holidaying locally is, of course, enjoying a boom and this idea is feeding through into landscaping plans for a tranquil getaway at home.

03 366 8181 | kamomarsh.co.nz NEW AND HOT GARDEN FAVOURITES

Swimming pools, spas and swim spas

New or vintage outdoor bathtubs and woodfired hot tubs

Sculpture and local artworks

Timber screens

Green screens – wire foliage systems

Stepping stones and floating steps

Garden to table edibles

POPULAR PLANTING

DREAMERIA - A small, mounded, flowering plant which is drought, frost and wind tolerant. It's perfect for any spot. Creeping up in popularity, Dreameria species make a good companion in low maintenance gardens.

LIGULARIA - Ligularia, better known as 'tractor seat' plant, creates a lush bed of green foliage, contrasting well with other textures. It thrives in those hard-to-plant shaded areas.

LOMANDRA TANIKA - An extremely hardy compact grass that works well as a filler en masse, and rewards you with a beautiful yellow floral display.