Newsletter – June 2024 – A walk through Spring Festival Gardens of the past

Newsletter – June 2024 – A walk through Spring Festival Gardens of the past

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GARDEN 1     

Name: Time to Relax

Designed by: Priscilla Banda or Green Dimensions (PTY) Ltd

Contact Details:  +267 71 307 179 / mwaangapb@gmail.com

Inspiration:

This tranquil shade garden is the ideal haven that gives you time to relax and soothe the soul. The lush plantings are enhanced with areas of colourful annual plants to lift your spiritual wellness and revive you, bringing calm and harmony to your life.

By simply injecting vibrant annuals you may fall in love with your garden all over again.

Silver Award

GARDEN 2     

Name: A Garden of Note

Mentored by: Lana Sanderson of TUT & Brian Sanderson

Landscaped & Constructed by: Students from TUT (Tshwane University of Technology) – Athabile Gxakaza, Mamsy Sekgala, Lally Lekgoro, Sibusiso Mnisi, Zandile Mkhonto & Sibusiso Mthembu – Landscape Technology

Contact Number: TUT 012 382 4414

Inspiration: Educational Garden

Just like fashion, new trends are always emerging in landscape design. Life is known for its changes and this garden shows how dynamic change can be.

This beautiful garden was inspired by how you can turn a small space into an aesthetically pleasing sanctuary.

Gold Award

GARDEN 3     

Name: Sensory Delight        

Mentored by: Lana Sanderson of TUT & Brian Sanderson

Landscaped & Constructed by: Students from TUT (Tshwane University of Technology) – Lesego Maunatlala, Brian Chauke & Sheila Kgobe

Contact Number: TUT 012 382 4414

Inspiration: Educational Garden

Working with nature, rather than against it has seen the space transformed into a sensory delight for people of all ages and abilities. It is a beautiful and tactile environment which beckons you to walk through and enjoy. It feeds both the body and the soul. Edibles such as herbs, fruit and vegetables stimulate the senses of smell and taste.

Silver Award

GARDEN 4     

Name: Tranquil Haven        

Landscaped by: Louis d’Hotman & the Garden World team

Contact: 011 957 2046 / louis@gardenworld.co.za                             

Inspiration:

Your garden can become your own retreat, a place to find your rhythm, to laugh out loud and promote a stress-free lifestyle.

Set against a leafy backdrop, this garden plays on plant textures to create a harmonious, quiet space that is unified by the simple colour palette.

High Gold Award

GARDEN 5     

Name: The Sensory Garden           

Designed by: Tasha Tollman of the DIY Garden Designer

Contact: 081 763 2853 / tasha@diygardendesigner.com

Inspiration:

Spending time in a sensory garden can reduce stress and calm your mind. Take a moment and delight in the sensory feast, dip your fingers in the container pond, or brush your fingers across the lavender. Feel their softness contrasting with the hard crunch of gravel under your feet.

Breathe in deeply, smell the fragrant plants and imagine their pungent floral flavours.

Platinum Award & Overall Winning Garden

GARDEN 6     

Name: Love me Tender      

Designed & Landscaped by: Stephen Mundell, Wisted Phiri & Chimwemwe Lukhele of Garden World

Contact: 011 957 2046 / louis@gardenworld.co.za

Inspiration:

As the saying goes, “love makes the world go around” ……well, it also makes the garden grow. The softness of the planting in this small space and the co-ordination of colour and texture brings a touch of magic to this romantic setting. Planted with love….

High Gold Award

GARDEN 7     

Name: Touched by Serenity          

Designed by & Landscaped by: Stephen Mundell, Wisted Phiri & Chimwemwe Lukhele of Garden World

Contact: 011 957 2046 / louis@gardenworld.co.za

 

Inspiration:

Free your mind of the clutter of daily life and find a sense of peace amidst the many calming shades of green that give this garden its cohesive and natural feel.

Enjoy the security of being wrapped in a garden that oozes serenity and pleases the senses of sight and sound.

Platinum Award

GARDEN 8     

Name: Connecting with Nature   

Landscaped by: JJ van Rensburg of Gardens by JJ

Contact: 082 852 3471 / gardensbyjj@gmail.com

Inspiration:

A soulful space with a true connection with nature. Its subtle old-world sense of place is serene and peaceful.

A captivating rock moon-gate frames the kind of space that feels like a wild and remote place to find purpose and meaning in your life or to meditate and a one with nature and your inner being.

Gold Award

GARDEN 9     

Name: Counting Our Blessings      

Mentored by: Terry Moller Welsh

Landscaped by: Chimwemwe Lukhele of Garden World

Contact: 011 957 2046 / louis@gardenworld.co.za

 

Inspiration:

Whenever I count my blessings, my garden is on top of my list. In this garden the senses are stimulated by the sound of water which symbolizes re-generation and is designed to create balance and physical well-being.

Relax and succumb to life’s journey, transforming it into a joyous and wonderous experience.

Gold Award

GARDEN 10   

Name: Joie de Vivre           

Designed and Landscaped by: Russell Davidson of Garden World

Contact: 011 957 2046 / russell@gardenworld.co.za

Inspiration:

A delightful interplay of varying plant forms and texture are sparked by the intimate touches of joyful colour.

Gardens should be a sweet pleasure; enriching our lives, promoting fulfilment that nourishes the mind, heart, body and soul. This garden does that, as it brightens my day and brings me great joy.

Gold Award

GARDEN 11   

Name: Classical Charm     

Mentored by: Terry Moller Welsh

Landscaped by: Mogale City Local Municipality Horticultural Team

Contact: 011 951 2000 

 

Inspiration:

Embrace the wonder and beauty of nature by finding pleasure in the timeless elegance of this charming classical garden. Gardens give hope and purpose to our lives, with a sense of connection to the soul. Take a seat and restore your balance, taking in the trickling sound of water, and let this garden satisfy your deepest soulful callings.

Silver Award

GARDEN 12   

Name: Unfurling the Soul    

Designed & Landscaped by: Russell Davidson & Geoffrey Mashaba of Garden World

Contact: 011 957 2046 / russell@gardenworld.co.za

Inspiration:

Like the delicate unfurling fronds of the ferns, this lush garden opens up is very restful. The play on light and dark shades of foliage elevates the experience and allow this garden to deep-dive into your heart and make you feel truly at home.

The pond and rocks enhance the atmosphere by following nature’s rhythms, which energise the soul.

Gold Award

GARDEN 13   

Name: Touched by Zen     

Designed & Landscaped by: Stephen Mundell, Wisted Phiri & Chimwemwe Lukhele of Garden World  

Contact: 011 957 2046 / louis@gardenworld.co.za

Inspiration:

When the daily grind clogs up your senses and weighs you down, give yourself a breather and embrace the art of Zen by simplifying your garden and creating your tranquil space. Minimal planting and open space give a sense of order and opens the door to a calmer you.

Gold Award

GARDEN 14   

Name: A Trendy GARDENA Balcony Garden     

Landscaped by: Louis d’Hotman & the Garden World team for Gardena

Contact: 011 957 2046 / louis@gardenworld.co.za

Inspiration:

This small elevated intimate space features a super-trendy vertical living-wall which infuses cosiness. A perfect place to come home to and unwind or cool off on a hot summer’s day. It’s an antidote to the hustle and bustle of everyday life, as well as a place to meditate and restore wellness.

Silver Award

GARDEN 15   

Name: Soul Sanctuary                    

Designed by: Tasha Tollman of DIY Garden Designer & Solomon Nenungwi of SANBI

Installed by: Solomon Nenungwi & the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden (SANBI) Team of Katlego Selemela & Thato Moeketsane

Contact SANBI: 086 100 1278

Contact Tasha: 081 763 2853 / tasha@diygardendesigner.com

Inspiration: Educational Garden

This indigenous garden sets out to inspire you to reconnect with nature, whilst being hardy, low maintenance and water wise. The predominance of yellow enlivens the garden, brightening and enlarging the garden space. It also lifts your spirits and attracts insects into the space.

Take a seat and feed your soul with the antics of the birds, bees, and butterflies.

High Gold Award

GARDEN 16   

Name: Healing Reflections

Designed by: Priscilla Banda of Green Dimensions (PTY) Ltd

Contact: +267 7130 7179 / mwaangapb@gmail.com

Inspiration:

The wall’s earth tones are highlighted by the warm terracotta from the chimes and the curved lines painted on it. These lines capture the shadow lines of the oriental gazebo and frame the patio area. They also create a sense of space, movement and change.

The soothing sound of the water feature adds to the tranquil atmosphere.

Gold Award

GARDEN 17   

Name: Circle of Life

Designed by: Lesego Seloane & Dinah Kgeledi of Ronewa Creations

Contact: Lesego: 073 012 3835 / Dinah: 083 675 3842 / rowenacreations@gmail.com

Inspiration:

The holistic symbolism of the circle is an encompassing, purposeful choice. Change the trajectory of your life by planting a garden that brings balance and wholeness of body, mind, heart and soul.

A garden is an idyllic place for healing. The circle also represents the restorative wholeness and benefits of healing or rehabilitation.

Silver Award




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Protek @ Garden World