Created with service users on Allen Ward.
Service users on Allen Ward selected a formal theme for their planter with topiary, ornamental shrubs, flowers and herbs.
The planter incorporates traditional white, pinks and purples, but includes splashes of orange, in the form of Geums and Tulips, as requested by Allen Ward patients.
Ilex crenata was selected for the topiary cones as a service user expressed her love of Holly (Ilex), and Salix integra ‘Hakuro-nishiki’ was incorporated as lollipop topiary because they were another patient’s favourite.
An Allen Ward participant enjoyed observing a pair of Jays living in and around the allotment polytunnel, this increased her connection with nature and were noted as a positive symbol for adaptability and change.
Image: photo of Allen Ward planter (Tom/Laura)
