Now is the Perfect Time to Add New Trees and Flowers to Your Garden and Home

The new year is now firmly underway, and whether you’re thinking of a refresh of your garden or want to bring some colour into your home, now is the perfect time to start.

Marbella’s mild Mediterranean winters with mild, moderate temperatures, occasional rainfall, and abundant sunshine offer ideal conditions for planting. These gentle winter months create the perfect environment for trees, shrubs, and flowers to establish strong roots, ensuring they flourish as the seasons change. Whether you’re dreaming of an inviting outdoor space or simply looking to bring a touch of nature indoors, this is the ideal time to start your gardening journey.

Why Planting Now is Ideal

Marbella winters offer a stable environment for planting, as the cool weather allows trees and shrubs to develop strong root systems in preparation for spring. Indoors, you may need to keep an eye on the effects of central heating, which can dry out the air. Try selecting hardy plants like succulents or peace lilies. Outdoor conditions, meanwhile, including wind and evaporation, call for resilient choices like rosemary, lavender, or olive trees. Planting in the morning or evening is best to reduce stress on new additions.

Mediterranean Plants Perfect for Winter

At a loss as to which plants suit the Marbella climate best? Why not take a look at these beautiful and practical indigenous plants:

• Lavender: A timeless Mediterranean favourite, its fragrant purple flowers and silvery foliage are low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.

• Rosemary: Both decorative and functional, rosemary’s vibrant greenery and aromatic properties make it a versatile addition to any garden. 

• Olive Trees: Iconic and long-lasting, olive trees provide structure and charm while thriving in Marbella’s climate. 

• Strelitzia (Bird of Paradise): With its striking tropical flowers and broad green leaves, this plant adds an exotic touch and is ideally suited to warm Mediterranean climates. 

• European Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis): The only palm native to Europe, the European Fan Palm boasts striking fan-shaped leaves and a compact growth habit, making it a perfect choice for southern Spanish gardens. 

Care Tips for a Flourishing Garden

• Watering: Adjust to the plant’s needs—indoor plants may require misting to combat dry air, while outdoor plants benefit from deep, infrequent watering. 
• Positioning: Place indoor plants away from heat sources, and use windbreaks to protect outdoor plants in breezy areas. 
• Fertilising: Enrich the soil with organic compost or slow-release fertilisers to encourage healthy growth.

Let La Menara Help You Transform Your Garden

Our team can help you design a garden ideally suited to your environment with creative flair and an eye to sustainability. Whether you’re looking to update your garden or go for a total remodel, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.