Gardener's paradise

This is a fantastic place for gardeners, especially lovers of roses.

We've done a lot of mature tree plantings - a Claret Ash avenue up the driveway, Gleditsia in the roundabout, Chinese Elms, Plane Trees and Manchurian Pear. Red Oaks have been planted near the head of the top dam. Outside the kitchen and bathroom are Tallow Woods which have the most gorgeous foliage during Autumn.

Around the house there are Crepe Myrtles, Dogwoods, Smoke Bushes plus numerous shrubs and flowers in the garden beds. Lavender thrives.

Nearby, we've established an orchard with Almonds, Nectarines, Cherries, Peaches, Pears, Apples and Olives. Most had their first fruiting this Summer and will be bountiful providers in the future.