Today we’re visiting with Max Cannon who gardens in south San Francisco, California:
Our garden started as a barren plot of concrete and hard-pan clay in 2017, our mission has been to create a feeling of oasis in an urban setting.
Gardening is our primary tool for self-expression, our palette includes a diverse array of plants including bromeliads, palms, and succulents.
Vertical elements are a key feature in our very small garden creating a feeling of enclosure.
We have also tried to create intimate seating areas, places we can relax and admire the diverse array of plant forms in our garden.
While floral color is minimal and subdued most of the year, foliage color is always a primary concern when selecting and placing plants in the garden.
We have emphasized silver and blue in our garden, and have used bold paint colors on our home to help create a backdrop for our beloved plants, including a wall inspired by Yves St. Laurent’s Villa Oasis.
Recycled material has also become a key element in our garden, a favorite is the mattress springs we scavenge around town. Here a mattress spring serves as a place for Tillandsia (air plants) to growing and blooming.
If you want to see more of this beautiful garden, check out their instagram: @planty_magoo
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