For many, a garden is not just a piece of land; it’s a place to relax, spend time with family, and feel connected to nature. At Ecolandscape Studio, we often meet clients who want their garden to be beautiful, fragrant, and functional all at once. They dream of flowering shrubs, fresh fruits, and cozy corners where they can unwind after a long day. This is why we pay special attention to combining ornamental and fruit plants.
“Every garden is unique, just like its owner. We create spaces that reflect a person’s personality, habits, and tastes,” says Martin Palma, founder and CEO of Ecolandscape Studio. For some, aromatic plants that create a cozy atmosphere are most important; for others, decorative elements that attract attention and set the mood take priority. Combining fruit trees and shrubs with ornamental plants allows us to bring all of these desires together in one space.
Height and Shape: Adding Depth and Dynamics
When planning a garden, it’s important to consider the height and shape of plants. Tall fruit trees can serve as a backdrop or living screen, creating a sense of privacy. Lower ornamental plants form the foreground, adding visual depth and dynamic contrast. This approach makes every corner of the garden expressive and lively, allowing you to create zones with different atmospheres.
Color and Seasonality: A Garden That Lives Year-Round
To keep a garden attractive throughout the year, it’s important to select plants according to color and seasonality. Flowering shrubs look beautiful in spring, bright annuals bring color in summer, and ornamental plants with striking fruits add charm in autumn. This variety of colors and forms maintains visual interest even after the harvest season ends.
Textures and Harmony: Balancing Form and Character
Contrasting textures and forms enhances the garden’s visual appeal. Smooth or delicate leaves of ornamental plants complement the larger foliage of fruit trees, creating a harmonious and rich composition. Attention to detail ensures the garden looks cohesive and organic, with each element highlighting the beauty of the others.
Practicality and Care: What You Need to Know
Beauty should go hand in hand with convenience. Fruit trees and shrubs should be placed for easy access for maintenance and harvest, without disrupting the overall design. Mulching and automated irrigation reduce labor and support plant health, ensuring a high yield with minimal effort. These simple practices make the garden comfortable to enjoy and easy to care for, leaving more time for relaxation and connection with nature.
Sensory Accents: Adding Fragrance and Comfort
Aromatic plants such as lavender, mint, or lemon balm turn a garden into a full sensory experience. They create a cozy atmosphere, fill the air with pleasant scents, and make time spent in the garden even more enjoyable.
Martin Palma adds: “Combining ornamental and fruit plants allows each area of the garden to serve its function while remaining visually appealing. The garden becomes a living space that brings joy both visually and emotionally.”
This approach allows you to create a garden that delights the eye, fills the air with fragrance, and becomes a place where you want to relax, work, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. At Ecolandscape Studio, we believe that the harmony of beauty and functionality is the foundation of a perfect garden.
