In 2021, Gardens of Mudgee will be showing six gardens, five from the cancelled 2020 Show and one new garden. All are gardens not previously seen in the Gardens of Mudgee show.
The Mudgee climate is well known for its challenges. Six gardens whose owners have learnt to deal with those difficulties and create gardens of beauty and durability will be open for inspection during the 2021 Rotary Gardens of Mudgee on the weekend of 16th and 17th of October, 2021.
The Kemptons’ garden on the slopes of Mt Frome has views north to the Buckaroo hills and is set amongst native trees. Wander around a series of graceful garden plots containing a variety of plants chosen to withstand the vagaries of Mudgee’s climate, and enjoy the charming pool adorned by irises and bulrushes. In sheltered spots around the house you’ll find more tender plants such as orchids, and examples of Trishs’ creativity. Make sure to check out stunning district views from the top of the drive.
Tall Eucalpyts create islands of shade.
John and Wendy Reeves’ garden began in a paddock four years ago and has been created with the intention of following the natural lie of the land. They have kept most of the original eucalyptus trees which provide shade and shelter to the property and created gardens around many of them. A wide expanse of lawn is divided almost in half by a creek whose banks are clothed in yellow gazanias.
Many of the trees have seats installed under them so make sure you take some time to sit and enjoy the Spring sunshine glancing through those wonderful eucalypts.
‘Wisteria Ridge’ the home of Col and Val Stubbs, is a beautiful haven with glorious views over the Cudgegong Valley. The garden was formed from a rocky site eighteen years ago by the addition of tonnes of imported topsoil. The many native shrubs and trees are home to a number of species of birds, and careful planting over a long period of time has resulted in a garden of great interest.
Throughout the garden are scattered Col’s marvellous quirky sculptures fashioned from found farm objects. They add a special touch to this spectacular, much loved garden.
When the Bowmans purchased their property ‘Bowfield’ five years ago, there was a small number of established trees around the original nineteenth century buildings but no garden. A spectacular garden has been accomplished in a short space of time by using tonnes of compost and a great deal of mulch spread on top of the rocky site.
The garden has been planned with tree plantings and hedges to provide shelter from the western sun and prevailing wind and there has been an emphasis on the addition of hardy Mediterranean style shrubs. Taller plants within the garden beds create spaces for roses or other plants that might need some protection.
There is so much to see in this garden you might need some extra time!
A traditional homestead garden.
Steph and Rick Gordon’s 1920s house at ‘Wilgowrah’ is surrounded by a homestead garden which has been many years in the making as its mature trees indicate. A ramble along the old paths reveals borders bursting with perennials and bulbs, accompanied by a variety of mature roses.
Follow the paths around to the north side of the house to discover an open grassy area full of sunshine, boasting views of farmland and planted with stands of silver elegant birches.
You’ll be amazed at the single Virginia creeper which grows along two sides of the house, providing summer shade.
Unifying vision and thoughtful plant selection make a garden to enjoy.
Sue and Col Briety have spent 9 years developing their gardening vision and refining their plant selection to best suit Mudgee’s climate. Meandering pathways lead through an interesting selection of medium-sized trees. These relatively sheltered areas are focal points for romantic “edge of woodland” style plantings of flowering perennials like aquilegia, spring bulbs, hellebores, ajuga and primroses. Elsewhere there’s a great variety of native and exotic perennials. Look out for the well-chosen “Anzac Corner” with its luscious red “Gallipoli” shrub rose and grevillea “Spirit of Anzac”. In other areas, dazzling displays of vibrant colour will catch your eye and make you smile.
More details can be found here.