A unique sensory journey in the heart of the village

At the foot of the historic facades that make the village famous, a green haven is about to bloom. The garden will welcome the public, offering an unprecedented botanical immersion and a harmonious dialogue between the built heritage and an exceptional plant heritage. Conceived as a true embassy of the mimosa, this garden promises visitors a sensory trip around the world through a collection of rare and spectacular specimens.

The project, supported by the Municipality, is the fruit of a collaboration of experts. The expertise of Julien Cavatore, a borméen nurseryman and recognized mimosa specialist, was combined with the know-how of municipal teams, notably those of Benoît Autenzio for the Green Spaces department and Frédéric Dupied for the technical services.

Together, they have transformed the site to acclimate more than sixty species of mimosas. Originating from Africa, America, or Chile, these acacias offer a festival of colors and scents that spans the seasons, far beyond the traditional winter blooming.

Un voyage sensoriel unique au cœur du village

The Mayor sees this project as a new step in promoting his municipality: “It is an achievement that magnifies the city's prestigious distinctions, labeled ‘4 Fleurs’ in the Villes et Villages Fleuris competition and a member of the Plus Beaux Villages de France. With this flowery balcony, the city enhances its titles and will offer visitors a unique sensory journey,” he stresses.

Beyond its aesthetics, the garden was designed according to sustainable management principles aimed at preserving natural resources. A smart, self-regulating drip irrigation system has been installed to optimize water consumption. The soil is protected by plant mulch, a technique that limits water evaporation while reducing the need for manual weeding.

To ensure permanent botanical interest, the mimosas are accompanied by other selected plants, such as Proteaceae from South Africa, Lantanas, or Agapanthus, creating a living and diverse picture throughout the year.

Finally, the garden has a strong educational dimension: each plant is equipped with a detailed botanical label, allowing visitors, both novices and enthusiasts, to discover the origin and specificities of each species and thus become experts on the fascinating world of the mimosa.