Manifesto for Mediterranean gardens

The Mediterranean garden, which grew out of a long agricultural tradition, is much more than just an ornamental garden: it meets many different needs and, during the course of the year, offers all kinds of pleasures. While it was once frugal and essentially productive, it has since transformed into a space that is ecological, exquisite, creative and participative.

The Mediterranean garden enables us to live in harmony with the land, without unnecessary decoration or unbridled consumption. Above all, it represents a fortunate alliance between man and the land that has been taking place for millennia. Just like Mediterranean cuisine, which also derives from traditional practices, the Mediterranean garden is reproduced throughout the world without losing either its quality or its diversity, and has adapted to the needs of our time. We should celebrate its renown, in both its region of origin (of course), and beyond the coasts of the Mediterranean.