The Mazarrón district is home to an established international community, particularly across Camposol (Sectors A, B, C & D), Bolnuevo, El Alamillo, and Mazarrón Country Club. Many homeowners reside year-round or visit seasonally, enjoying the warm Murcian climate.

However, prolonged summer heatwaves and periods away from the property can cause rapid garden deterioration if a structured maintenance routine is not in place.

Seasonal Care Calendar for Spanish Coastal Gardens

1. Spring (March – May)

  • Irrigation Audit: Test solenoid valves, clean drip line filters, and reprogram timers before summer heat begins.
  • Fertilisation: Apply slow-release organic granular fertiliser to citrus trees (lemon, orange), olive trees, and flowering shrubs (Hibiscus, Bougainvillea).
  • Weed Management: Inspect gravel borders and remove any windblown weed seedlings before they flower and set seed.

2. Summer (June – August)

  • Watering Times: Schedule automatic irrigation to start between 06:00 and 08:00 to prevent thermal shock and evaporation.
  • Pest Monitoring: Check oleanders and succulents for cottony cushion scale (cochinilla), common in humid coastal conditions.
  • Potted Plants: Move container pots into shaded porch areas if leaving the villa unattended for several weeks.

3. Autumn (September – November)

  • Palm Maintenance: Trim dead dry fronds from Canary palms (Phoenix canariensis) and apply preventative red palm weevil treatments.
  • Gravel Bed Raking: Remove fallen leaves from decorative white pebble beds to keep the clean, high-contrast look intact.

4. Winter (December – February)

  • Structural Pruning: Shape fruit trees (fig, citrus), cut back deciduous perennials, and thin overgrown climbers.
  • Watering Reduction: Dial back automated drip schedules to once every 10 to 15 days.