Tickle Tank, the charming and unique home of talented sculptor and artist Irene Pearce has delighted and inspired thousands of visitors over the years. Once the storage tank for the water supply to the surrounding town, Irene bought the property in 1998, and with great vision added several smaller tanks transforming them into a quirky […]
Fiddlestix is an amazing garden, full of surprises that will make you smile! Situated on an exposed rocky limestone hill with harsh growing conditions, the resourceful owner has added quirky collectables, found objects and bright mosaics to create interest and a touch of fun to the garden. From the metal gate in the eye-catching colourful […]
The vivid red blooms of the Kordes rose ‘Florentine’ cover an archway and gate, both decorated with sprays of ornate metal rose flowers and foliage, making a characteristic entrance to Christine’s Cottage Garden. Over 80 roses grow in garden beds, over arches and cover fences. Jampacked amongst them are a vast and varied selection of […]
This will be the 25th year of Ashgrove Iris Garden opening to the public. This lovely flower-filled garden has been enjoyed by many thousands of visitors and over the years. A beautiful, meticulously maintained garden, Ashgrove Iris Garden is a relaxed, pretty one acre country style garden with meandering pathways, plenty of garden seating and […]
The inaugural New England Garden Trail, organized by the New England Garden Festival team, will explore 6 country towns in the picturesque New England region over 7 days, showcasing approximately 18+ cold climate gardens. Each town will open 3 gardens from 9am-2pm, starting in Walcha, followed by Uralla, Armidale, Guyra, Glen Innes, and Tenterfield. Visitors […]
A vibrant suburban garden overflowing onto the verge with succulents, agapanthus, and iris planted under the beautiful jacaranda street trees. The lawn has gone inside the front fence, and in its place is a colourful assortment of roses, salvias, cottage plants, and fruit trees. Behind the house, a lively alfresco eating area houses a collection […]