New look for the Palmeira Square flowerbeds

The famous flowerbeds at Palmeira Square (North) have been given a stunning new look.

Work to redesign and plant the beds is almost complete, but the area will remain fenced for now to allow the newly laid turf, grass seed and plants to establish.

There is also some final infrastructure work to the perimeter to be finished.

Joint initiative

The project has seen the garden completely re-designed to create a more attractive and sustainable space as part of a joint initiative led by the council’s Cityparks team, working with members of the Friends of Palmeira & Adelaide (FOPA) Partnership.

Residents have also played their part, with the chosen design shaped by more than 1,100 responses to a public consultation.

Lovely and tranquil

Councillor Alan Robins, Cabinet Member for Sport, Recreation and Libraries, joined gardeners and volunteers to help put the final few plants in place.

He said: “What a transformation! It’s been wonderful see the new planting scheme evolve over the past few weeks, creating a lovely and tranquil space for residents and visitors to enjoy.

“I’d like to thank members of the Friends of Palmeira Square for their continued support, from contributing to the design to getting stuck in with the planting and creating a garden to be proud of.

“This project reflects our commitment to working together to maintain and enhance green spaces for the community, while increasing biodiversity and adapting to climate change.”

Supporting biodiversity

The new planting scheme prioritises pollinator-friendly species, drought-tolerant plants and ground-cover varieties to support biodiversity and adapt to a changing climate.

The design also celebrates the original pre-1953 layout of the garden, restoring elements that reflect its historic character while introducing modern, sustainable planting.

The Floral Clock feature has remained untouched as part of this phase of work. A shortlist of options has been drawn up by the working group and a consultation is planned to make the final decision,

For more information have a look at the Palmeira Square (north section) re-landscaping project webpage.