Saved From Destruction By Yves St Laurent - Jardin Majorelle

The French painter, Jacques Majorelle moved to Marrakech in 1919 after being thrilled by the colors and light of Morocco. He acquired land in 1924 and started to construct his largest work of art, a beautiful villa and garden.

Majorelle bought plants from all over the world. Cacti, palms, bamboo, bougainvillea, banana trees, water lilies and huge agaves. He made water a major feature in the gardens with basins and pools connected by paths.  The gardens ended up being very expensive to maintain and Majorelle opened them up to the public in 1947.

After a divorce he started selling off parts of the property in 1956, and when he died in 1962, the gardens fell into disrepair. 

In 1980, Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Bergé purchased the Jardin Majorelle to save it from destruction at the hands of hotel developers. The couple started restoring the gardens as well as Majorelle’s house, Villa Oasis. Majorelle’s studio was converted into a Berber museum and in 2017 the Yves Saint Laurent Museum was opened near Majorelle.

Today Majorelle’s original home, Villa Oasis, is a hotel and spa. 

This is what caught my eye; I hope you enjoy!

The sun through the foliage

Jardin Majorelle houses over 300 species of plants from five continents laid out to emphasize symmetry and tranquility.

Pink Bougainvillea

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Bold and bright colors are found throughout the garden.

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Agave, Yucca and Furcrea

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Gum palm

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The garden covers approximately two and a half acres, blending exotic flora with striking architectural elements.

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The Jardin Majorelle isn’t just a garden, it’s a place for reflection and inspiration.

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Fountains, pools and painted garden walls.

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Mexican lime cactus

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A Roman pillar, from Tangier, was brought here to create a special place for people to remember Yves St Laurent and his life companion Pierre Bergé. St Laurent was cremated and his ashes were spread here in the gardens

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Jacques Majorelle created his own ‘Majorelle blue’ and used it – along with other striking colours – on oversized pots and walls as a backdrop. 

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The garden is a masterpiece of art and nature.

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A visit here leaves you feeling calm and inspired.

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Photography is prohibited in the area of the museum where Yves Saint Laurent’s designs are on display and also in the Berber Museum created by Pierre Bergé.

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Here are some of his sketches.

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In 1967, while still at Dior, Yves St Laurent’s only known comic book La Villain Lulu, Nasty Lulu, was published. It was the tale of a 10-year-old girl with mischief and perverted mind.

What you should know:

• You should make reservations and buy tickets on the website.

• There is a cafe on the property.

• The gardens and museum is very popular and it is suggested to get there 15 or so minutes prior to your timed entry.

• There are different admission plans for museum and / or garden.

• Check website for days and hours of operation.

• On the street parking in the area can be difficult.

• Restroom are available.

• The garden and museum are self-guided.

Location: Rue Yves St Laurent, Marrakech 40090, Morocco

For more information: Jardin Majorelle

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