About this episode

In this episode, Sarah Raven explores the calming effects of a garden washed in cool pastels and shares tips for creating a soothing atmosphere.

There’s something uniquely calming about a garden washed in cool pastels – soft tones that feel like frosty mornings and freshly laundered linen. Moving us onto the 4th and final palette in Sarah’s colour system, we explore the washed palette in this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’. She takes you through the colour combinations, productive plant families, and tips for crafting a soothing, contemplative feeling in your garden. In this episode, discover: How to use Sarah’s washed co...

People in this episode

Host: Sarah Raven

Topics covered

• garden design
• color palettes
• pastel colors
• plant families
• soothing gardens

Keywords

• washed palette
• cool pastels
• garden tips
• color combinations
• contemplative gardens

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