A sloping garden can present all sorts of challenges, so try to visualise its potential. With some thought and careful planning you can create a garden with the ‘wow’ factor!
If the slope is quite steep you may need some professional advice on dealing with landscaping levels, terracing, retaining walls and steps. Also, you need to decide whether you want a more formal layout or a relaxed style that is full of plants.
Once you have decided on a layout that works for you, and the hard landscaping is in place, then you can start planting.
If you have incorporated some raised, tiered beds you could create a vegetable garden, which would make valuable use of space.
The best varieties of plants to use are the type that need well-drained soil. Proteas are an excellent choice, will attract nectar-loving birds , and available in different heights.
The wild Olive tree (Olea europeae africana) will thrive, as will the gorgeous Coleonema (Confetti bush), with its pretty pink blooms and aromatic foliage.
Agapanthus, in white or blue, Day lilies, Arctotis, Gazanias, Felicia, and Osteopermums will all look stunning, as will Cistus, Lavenders, Rosemary and Salvia africana luten.
A few non-invasive groundcover plants grown between larger plants and tumbling over the terraces or retaining walls will help soften hard lines. Try Ivy Perlagoliums, prostrate Rosemary, Crassola, Dietes, and Drosanthemum.
Even Star Jasmine normally used as a climber, will happily ramble along any raised areas and smell divine!
Succulents in a sunny position will thrive, such as Aloes, Bulbinas and Crassothonna.
Steps can be a design challenge, so, to make the edges of the boundaries appear seamless use suitable containers with scented plants like Lavender, Roses, and Rosemary, that will release their fragrance as you brush past them.