GOLD SHOW GARDENS

'The Bamstone Garden'

Designed by Peter Donegan and constructed by Semken Landscaping

'The Bamstone Garden' is an exquisite representation of a love story that transcends time and distance.

This contemporary garden portrays the tale of two hearts separated by a small island off the coast of Galway to the mainland. The design aims to take visitors on a journey through a rocky, maritime landscape, reminiscent of the journey made across the Atlantic from the Connemara coast.

The garden features a series of natural steppingstones that elegantly weave through the landscape, leading visitors to an island of tranquillity. Here, a single large, bright Gleditsia triacanthos ‘Sunburst’ tree stands tall, providing a beacon of hope to those who wish to return to their loved ones.

The key elements of 'The Bamstone Garden' include water, natural stone paving, boulders, and lush planting. To further enhance the garden’s appeal, a portal dolmen-esque stone structure with a stone table and seating has been incorporated, allowing visitors to relax and appreciate the natural beauty of the surroundings.

'Consciousness'

By Nadia Cole of Platylobium Landscape Design

An elegant contemporary garden, 'Enscape' was designed with both aesthetics and environmental impact in mind. The use of locally and sustainably sourced materials, such as recycled brick, reclaimed timber, and rammed earth, reduces the carbon footprint of construction.

The garden features a variety of Australian plants, including Indigenous species from Melbourne, used in innovative ways to challenge traditional native garden design.

One notable feature is a low hedge of Common Correa. The garden also prioritises biodiversity, with local plant species selected to provide food and habitat for a range of living things, from birds and reptiles to insects and amphibians.

This outdoor space contributes to the local ecosystem while creating a unique sense of place.