Thursday, November 28, 2013

Paeonies and Roses at Dursley Garden

What's not to love about November gardens in the Southern Hemisphere? The perennials are in full swing, the roses are fresh, and there are so many fragrant plants to be enjoyed in the warm evenings.
Graham Thomas in his golden glory 


The perennial garden against the house changes weekly

Paeonies thrive at Dursley
Great time of year for the bumble bees

Stunning trees - Melia azedarach - Indian Bead Tree 
Melia flowers though November

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Dursley Garden in November

Fragrance, roses, colour, freshness, vibrancy - a few words to describe how Dursley Garden is to walk around at the moment. Played tennis there on the weekend, and the roses draping over the fence were stunning, as was the fragrance of the huge Philadelphus (Mock Orange Blossom)  next to the court. Bliss!

Here are a few snapshots of the garden in early November. If you haven't already been out to visit this year, now is the perfect time to come. Lots of places to sit and enjoy the view, or partake of the famous Devonshire Teas Judith whips up in about 10 minutes flat ($5 each).

Rose perfection - 'Julia's Rose' - stunning. 
Gorgeous apricots and purples together in the round garden
Cerinthe major?
Multiple places to sit, either in the shade or in the sun.
Bees in their temporary lodging in the vege garden. 
This Philadelphus fragrance is AMAZING at the moment. They are all around the garden.
Apricot fox gloves are a perfect neighbour for the roses
Wisteria walk down towards Dingly Dell


The perennial bed is still very subtle colours at the moment - lots
of greens, and paler colours. Roses about to hit full glory.