Two gardens, terrific synergy between Kim and Ian, Ola and Jan van Niekek. Large trees, extensive informal plantings within a formal structure in the English style. A verdant oasis, in spite of brak water, merciless summer heat, savage winter frosts. Formal pottager and nursery with heritage roses and other unusual plants. Featured in House & Leisure magazine this year.Daily Workshop demos. Extras: Kim's Eco Garden Shop, Enviro Furn recycled furniture, Neutrog and Myco-root info stands.

A fine wool merino stud, this farm has been in the family for 150 years. Nellie van Aardt works with nature, not against it. She uses indigenous plants extensively and the garden is alive with small creatures and butterflies. There is a wide variety of succulents planted en masse, with a knot garden in echeverias and other succulents. Featured in House & Leisure magazine July 2010
Extras: Plant sales, Bargain Books shop, ceramics, Enviro Furn recycled furniture. Lunch all day with tea, coffee or a glass of wine.