Dirt Under the Fingernails.

Welcome to my Garden Diary.

This is where I keep track of the wins, the ruffles, and the occasional mysteries of my North Island garden.   From heritage plants with a story to tell—like my MIL’s stubborn peony—to the simple joy of a slug-free morning, these are the notes from my backyard to yours.

Grab a cuppa and have a wander through what’s currently in bloom.