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I hadn’t realized on my way to two of the Patios of May Monday morning, but it turns out I had seem both last year. The first was small and pleasant but, for me, not worth a second look. Oh well. But the second, Calle de Pastora 2, is always worth a visit. The owner, Rafael Barón, has participated every year since 2002 and took first prize last year and eight other years in the category Modern Architecture (homes built between 1930 and 1960).
The property once housed multiple families, for a total of up to 10 residents who shared the central space. You enter through a central hall that opens onto the patio. In the center are three trees, a laurel, an orange, and an olive, representing the Roman, Arab, and Jewish cultures of Córdoba’s history. The goblet-shaped flowerpots are a traditional style revived by potters from La Rambla, a village in Córdoba province. The owner is a craftsman and florist and it shows.
I might head out shortly to see some new-to-me patios. Then there are errands to run and things to get done around the house. But first I need to make a list. I keep forgetting what it is I mean to do.
El lunes por la mañana, de camino a dos de los Patios de Mayo, no me había dado cuenta de que ya los había visto el año pasado. El primero era pequeño y agradable, pero, para mí, no merecía una segunda visita. En fin. Pero el segundo, en la Calle de Pastora 2, siempre merece la pena. El propietario, Rafael Barón, participa cada año desde 2002 y obtuvo el primer premio el año pasado y en otros ocho años en la categoría de Arquitectura Moderna (viviendas construidas entre 1930 y 1960).
La propiedad albergó en su día a varias familias, llegando a tener hasta 10 residentes que compartían el espacio central. Se accede a ella a través de un vestíbulo que da al patio. En el centro se alzan tres árboles: un laurel, un naranjo y un olivo, que representan las culturas romana, árabe y judía de la historia de Córdoba. Las macetas con forma de cáliz son de estilo tradicional, recuperadas por alfareros de La Rambla, un pueblo de la provincia de Córdoba. El propietario es artesano y florista, y eso se nota.
Puede que salga pronto a ver algunos patios nuevos. Luego tengo que hacer recados y arreglar cosas en casa. Pero primero necesito hacer una lista. Siempre se me olvida lo que tengo que hacer.
Lots of flowers and none of the work.
David:
Can you imagine the amount of work the owner (and his minions) have done to produce that?
Everything just bursting with flowers, colours, and life!
Debra:
The city is always a postcard, but this time of year is incredible.
Such a lush colorful garden. I love the pots hanging from the walls!
Bob:
And those pots are that goblet-shaped style.
Oh my! What a visual treat! Thanks. I particularly love the blue wall sconces/blue and white flowers on the white wall…..must be my Greek heritage kicking in.
Jim:
The blue pots on the wall are the goblet-shaped style I mentioned. So beautiful.
That’s a wonderful place! Especially the blue pots planted with blue and white flowers. There are some plants I don’t recognize at all, too, and that trough fountain! All it needs is a donkey drinking. Thank you for a great visit. Boud
Boud:
I could have asked the owner what everything was, but that would have been A LOT to ask.
Oh, the beauty of it all! Isn’t it something how colors and beauty are such mood elevators? Our brains are a wonder.
Judy C:
This runs until the 17th, so I have plenty of time to make the rounds. I did run out of steam last year, so I don’t know how many I’ll see.
The flowers are beautiful. I love the blue pots on the wall. A very clever idea!
Michael:
Pots on stucco walls are very common here. I especially love these goblet-shaped pots. So cool.
Beautiful!
Kelly:
I can’t imagine the days of work that went into this and the constant care that’s required to keep it going.
Amazing! I would think Spain would be a great place for flowers — so sunny and warm. As long as they’re watered!
Steve:
Not ALL sunny and warm in Spain, but we’ve got it.
Oh, wow! I can see why Calle de Pastora 2 has won so many prizes – it’s so colourful! And it’s given me ideas that’ll never come to fruition because of the climate here – and my laziness.
Inexplicable Device:
I would be inspired, too. But oh the work involved!
The vibrancy of the deep pink flowers in photos #1 and #4 and the purple blooms in #5 is STUNNING! I also love the blue wall planters and white hydrangeas! And the Japanese maple bonsai tree in yesterday’s post is lovely too.
Tundra Bunny:
Right now, the city is filled with colorful beauty. I don’t know where to go next.
Oh how gorgeous! The blue pots on the wall are perfect. I could smell the sweetness (achoo!) and hear the birdsong. What a great scene to share. Olivia
Olivia:
My allergies are not as bad as they used to be. All this did for me was make me happy.
Some wonderful patios, but it must be something wading through all of those plants to get to the doors.
Kirk:
It was surprisingly easy to get around and the doors that are blocked by plants aren’t used, so no problem. Those rooms connect elsewhere, too.
Those are stunning gardens!
Rade:
I’m tempted to return to this one and visit with the owner. He’s a font of information.
So beautiful! Oh my goodness!!
Jennifer
Jennifer,
Awe inspiring.
Absolutely beautiful.
I cannot imagine the amount of work. But if you’re a gardener, it should be a pleasure. The textures and colors are fabulous.
XOXO
Sixpence,
Yes, the amount of work is incredible. I wonder how many people are involved.
Wow! These are all from the same patio? I love the shell hanging planters. And what are the flowers lining the roof in the top picture?
ellen abbot:
Yes! All the same patio. It was incredible. Those flowers lining the roof (it’s a roof terrace) are petunias!
Wow! I have been doing “catch-up” with your blog posts, and I really enjoyed all those beautiful bonsai trees this week – but this is one helluva beautiful floral display! Like IDV, I can only aspire to get some of these specimens to grow so well in our own garden… Jx
Jon,
The weather in Andalusia is a perfect place for you to garden.