Wooden path garden

A messy garden changes its look with the introduction of raised beds to grow vegetables and the adding of a new wooden paving.

Plants of the solanaceae family (tomatoes, peppers, aubergines) and cucurbitaceae family (courgettes, pumpkins, melons) need at least 8 hours of direct sunlight to be fairly productive. Most of the leaf vegetables can deal with 6 hours of sun exposure, but very few vegetables can grow with less than 4 hours of sunlight.

That’s why before starting to design anything, the first step of the project has been to analyze cast shadows, calculate the hours of sun exposure and thus define the appropriate spots where to insert cultivated beds.

The larch boards which overlap the old and broken concrete slabs become the element which unifies the garden. The result is a warm yet cleaner garden with a natural atmosphere. As in Japanese style gardens, paths float a few centimeters above the ground, while the raised beds are intended as living organs attached to the vascular system.

The choice of larch as wood for the boards is due to its tough, waterproof and durable qualities. The timber is resistant to rot when in contact with the ground, which makes it a perfect material for a garden path.

As a result of exposure to both sunlight and moisture, the wood will weather over time to a silvery-gray shade and the path will completely merge with the natural vibe of the garden.

The choice of larch as wood for the boards is due to its tough, waterproof and durable qualities. Even without the use of chemical finishing, its durability is guaranteed in all weather conditions. The timber is resistant to rot when in contact with the ground, which makes it a perfect material for a garden path.

As a result of exposure to both sunlight and moisture, the wood will weather over time to a silvery-gray shade and the path will completely merge with the natural vibe of the garden.