Saturday, October 25, 2025

JUDITH'S HUGE VEGETABLE GARDEN

 The vegetable garden at Dursley is enormous! Judith puts a lot of time into growing edibles of every description. And ALWAYS surplus to send friends and family home with! These photos show the mid spring garden, just kicking into gear. Seeds sown, labelled and weeded. All set ready for action. The cages are to protect from birds, but particularly Californian Quail! They see this as their personal pantry, I am sure. 









TREE PEONY


Tree Peony are all go at the moment, and then the perennial Peony will follow shortly. Lots and lots of them at Dursley. The excellent drainage suits them perfectly. Just gorgeous!

MID-SPRING - FLOWERING SHRUBS AND TREES
























 The shrubs and trees are looking spectacular at the moment. Even this horrendous wind has not made too much impact. Dursley Garden is pretty sheltered, with the 100+ year old trees and shrubs creating a warm and safe microclimate. Great time to come on out and experience the seasonal glory! 

Perennials are starting to flower, and there are large swathes of some special plants worth looking out for - Trilliums and Lily of the Valley, in particular. 

Friday, September 12, 2025

SPRING AT DURSLEY - DAFFODILS, TULIPS AND FRAGRANCE......

 A quick wander through Judith's garden this morning, and the main event is DAFFODILS!!! In a garden over 100 years old, 55 of them under Judith's care, these bundles of cheer have multiplied and multiplied. As have the Hellebores! Carpets of them under enormous trees and flowering shrubs. 

Judith's is a classic country garden, with a myriad of seasonal features. Spring is a highlight, so come on out for a visit. Call ahead, if you would like a Devonshire Tea. Judith 06 3724 804. 














The gorgeous wee Flow. Grandson's visiting dog




  

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

AUTUMN AT DURSLEY

 Autumn has really kicked in now. Many of the shrubs and smaller trees are ablaze with colour! The enormous vegetable garden is ready for harvest, the perennials are in full flight, and things are looking beautiful! Come on out and have a look. No booking required. $5 entry. Yes - that is correct - $5!! Judith would love to see you. Telephone ahead if you would like Devonshire Tea. 06 3724 804.