Gillian Vine

A two-storied Victorian dwelling that sits high above Rue Balguerie in Akaroa impressed a child so much that she thought it must be the home of a giant. And so it became the Giant’s House.

Gillian Vine meets an American lily judge and learns how lucky we are.

Gillian Vine starts the year with the scent of lavender.

Gillian Vine explores a Venetian garden designed as a backdrop to a famous art collection.

Everything’s coming up roses at Dunedin’s Northern Cemetery, says Gillian Vine.

Gillian Vine visits one of seven gardens near Port Chalmers that will be open to the public on Saturday. 

Gillian Vine visits a farm garden on the outskirts of Gore.

Gillian Vine finds lots to admire in a rural Southland garden.

Gillian Vine checks out a quartet of new gardening books.

Gillian Vine finds an Australian shrub gives subtle winter colour.