Franschhoek Open Garden Festival 2024
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Friday 15 – Sunday 17 November 2024
The Franschhoek Open Garden Festival 2024 boasts a diverse range of gardens and attractions. Explore ten gardens of all sizes, from quaint village plots to expansive farm gardens, with new and exciting additions each year. Enjoy refreshments like tea and scones, champagne and wine tastings and discover local specialties inspired by native plants. Sample sourdough bread, explore plant sales and join in engaging talks all celebrating our regions finest offerings.
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Time: 10.00-17.00
Entrance: R200 per person to see all the gardens for the weekend. Tickets will be on sale in Main Street in Franschhoek and on Webtickets. Brochures will have a detailed map of all the gardens. Free entrance for children under 12.
Charity: All proceeds will go to Fleur de Lis Home for the Aged in Franschhoek.
Enquiries: fhkgardens@gmail.com www.franschhoekopengardens.co.za
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MONT PELLIER
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Jane Landau
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Upper Waterfall Farm (turn off at Bridge House)
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Experience the beauty of indigenous materials in this unique garden. From rocky soil to an artful masterpiece, it’s a stunning oasis nestled against a mountain backdrop. Take a picturesque stroll by the stream to reach the magnificent main garden, offering breathtaking views from every angle. Jane’s exquisite touch ensures an unforgettable visit.
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LEMON TREE CORNER
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Brian and Marilyn Moor
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57 Huguenot Street
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Meandering pathways guide you through this thoughtfully designed garden. The focus is on a visually appealing blend of textures and shades of grey and green, accentuated by vibrant yellow, orange, and purple pops. The result is a garden that offers year-round beauty and serenity. The extensive lawn has been replaced with a water- wise daisy lawn. The surviving plants from the drought serve as a framework for the carefully curated selection of fynbos and succulents, which create a unique and resilient oasis.
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PARKVIEW GARDEN
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Helen Siebert
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7 Malherbe Street
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Parkview Garden is a charming complement to the Victorian-style house, showcasing a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. The garden’s hydrangeas and roses flourish thanks to the borehole water, adding a touch of elegance to the space. This beloved garden is free from formality, making it relatable and accessible. It demonstrates how thoughtful plantings and a keen eye for design can create delightful areas for relaxation and enjoyment.
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BAGATELLE DE LA COTTE
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Anneline Hofmeyr
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37 De Wet Street
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Experience the breathtakingly beautiful garden, a true masterpiece crafted by its multi-talented owner, Anneline. This expansive oasis boasts many stunning features, including shimmering water features, a soothing water rill, a manicured formal rose garden, and a serene pond, perfectly harmonised with the majestic mountains that serve as a backdrop. Decorative walkways lead to a diverse array of gardens, each more captivating than the last – a vibrant Spanish garden, a fascinating fynbos garden, a tranquil cottage garden and an informal indigenous garden. As you explore this extraordinary paradise, uncover the secrets and surprises that make it a treasure of horticultural design.
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GARDEN HOUSE
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Annette Phillips
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29 De Wet Street
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Annette’s garden reflects her love for nature and her desire to nurture it. Her Victorian Garden is a charming oasis with terraces filled with colourful plants and trees. The garden’s majestic views of the surrounding mountains and treetops add to its serenity. A large tree, home to various bird species, provides shade and a sense of tranquillity. Annette’s care and attention to detail have created a beautiful and welcoming space where visitors can relax and appreciate the beauty of nature.
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29 AKADEMIE STREET
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Louise Studd
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Enter an immaculate wrap-around garden that beautifully frames the home. Vibrant colours and intriguing plant varieties create a tapestry of natural wonders. Meticulously maintained beds and manicured edges exude beauty and harmony. Explore the entire perimeter for fresh and captivating views. Immerse yourself in this enchanting space, where beauty blooms at every step.
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LA COTTE FARM GARDEN
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24 La Cotte Street
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Explore a charming garden nestled in a historical Estate. Discover vibrant plantings, a captivating chicken coup and a serene pond surrounded by a swaying grass garden. Find solace in the inviting pool courtyard and uncover hidden treasures in the surrounding cottages, each with its own characteristic English plantings. Prepare for an unforgettable experience of enchantment at every turn.
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14 LOUIS BOTHA STREET
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Claire and Ray
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Enter an immaculate wrap-around garden that beautifully frames the home. Vibrant colours and intriguing plant varieties create a tapestry of natural wonders. Meticulously maintained beds and manicured edges exude beauty and harmony. Explore the entire perimeter for fresh and captivating views. Immerse yourself in this enchanting space, where beauty blooms at every step.
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28 VAN RIEBEECK STREET
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Sue and Nick Norman
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This charming town garden wraps around the house, inviting you to discover its hidden treasure, a natural swimming pool. As you enter through the front gate, a formal layout gives way to expansive borders, curved beds, and a serene natural swimming pool that blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. The clever use of trees and shrubs transforms the garden’s corners from a dramatic, tropical oasis to a traditional Cape charm. The spacious veranda offers the perfect vantage point to take in the beauty of this captivating garden.
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FARM LORRAINE
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Beth and Bernie Cox
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Verdun Road
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Tucked away like a hidden treasure, this enchanting garden unfolds as a delightful surprise. Nestled on the gentle slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains, the garden’s meandering pathway invites you to wander around the serene lake, whose tranquil waters reflect the beauty of nature. As you enter, a series of unique cypress arbours provide a shaded and intimate welcome, setting the tone for a peaceful journey. The garden’s orchard and vegetable garden burst with vibrant colours and textures. In this idyllic setting, the lake’s calm waters and the garden’s lush surroundings converge to create a sense of deep tranquillity.
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