Garden
Care requirements: Nandinas grow well in both full sun and part shade. They are tolerant to dry conditions, humidity and cold temperatures. They’ll appreciate a twice-yearly feed of a quality plant food to encourage fresh, healthy growth.Watering guide: How often you need to water will depend on your location and climate. The best way to see if they need watering is to gently dig around in the top few centimetres of soil or potting mix with your finger, as with other plants mentioned.
6. Dwarf sacred bamboo (Nandina domestica ‘Nana’)This super-hardy, low-maintenance shrub has very attractive foliage that turns from lime green to crimson. It is suitable for garden beds or pots. There are nandinas to suit every spot; newer varieties include low-growing plants that are only 30 to 40 centimetres tall (almost ground cover) and larger types that will grow up to 1.5 metres tall.Where to grow: In the garden in full sun to part shade.When to plant: Early to mid spring and autumn.
Care requirements: Most bromeliads prefer dappled sunlight and thrive under the canopy of trees where it’s often hard to establish other plants. There are also some sun-loving broms such as aechmea.Watering guide: If the bromeliad has a rosette, keep the centre filled with water during the warmer months. For a strappy-leaf bromeliad without a rosette, water once a fortnight between spring and autumn, and less often during winter.
5. BromeliadsBromeliads are hardy plants that require minimal maintenance other than dividing off young plants every few years in order to reduce overcrowding. They have a gorgeous foliage colour, ranging from purple and grey to red, and some have stripes. Where to grow: Most bromeliads prefer a sheltered spot with dappled sunlight and protection from harsh afternoon sun. They can be grown in the garden or in pots on a protected spot on the balcony. When to plant: All year round.
Many roadside finds also stand out. “I found the trolley that’s next to the sofa out on the street,” says Lidén. “Otherwise, there are things throughout my home that I found at the secondhand market or bought while travelling, and I painted many of the paintings myself too. It really is a mixed bag, and I didn’t buy much new.”
Love the shallow dish with plants
Another angle of this garden (plus the gravel)
Love this Japanese inspired garden, especially the concrete bridge.
Love the oval cement pot with tall plant in it
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Timber look concrete
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