Interior design trends have a habit of spilling out of the back door. Linen cushions, warm terracotta and relaxed al fresco dining have migrated from the living room to the patio, and the look that sits best at the centre of it all is the Mediterranean one: sun-washed, scented and effortlessly elegant. Creating a convincing Mediterranean garden is as much about styling as planting. The right plants provide structure and fragrance, but it is the materials, colours and finishing touches that make a space feel like a holiday. Start With a Palette The Mediterranean look is built on warm, sun-bleached tones. Think chalky whites, soft terracotta, faded blues and the silvery greens of olive and sage. Keeping the colour scheme restrained makes the space feel calm and cohesive, with purple lavender and the odd flash of orange or yellow acting as accents. Choose the Right Materials Natural materials do much of the work. Gravel underfoot, limestone or sandstone paving, weathered timber and rusti......
