derwent valley open gardens

On sunday i took mum and dad up to New Norfolk and we jumped onboard the mini bus for a tour of 6 wonderful open gardens. This house was built about 1820s and the garden was created by the owner as when she moved to the house the garden was horse paddocks. Under the roof you can still see the shingles at the verandah. There were also vegetable gardens and fruit trees.

Dad looking for a photo oportunity that may later become a painting.

I just loved the idea of having sinks with water outside. And right next to a large shed, ( ideas of felting space jumped to mind),  And every Tassie garden needs an outdoor toilet. This one was very charming. I have seen and used some that make you wonder how many spiders lurk next to you. I could have stayed here in this garden very happily but we had to move on.