Upcoming Open Midlands Garden - Sat 10 & Sun 11 October. Locate
d at Manor Hall in Hilton, this semi-formal garden owned by Vinnie Jones an
d Kathy Jacob combines structure and sustainability within a thoughtfully d
esigned residential landscape.
Clipped box hedges and defined garden
walls create a strong architectural framework, softened by a mix of indigen
ous and non-indigenous plantings that bring seasonal colour and contrast th
roughout the garden. A traditional croquet lawn provides an elegant focal p
oint, complemented by a peaceful garden pond and a selection of feature pot
s that add interest and character to key spaces.
Sustainability is a
central theme of the garden’s design. A former swimming pool has been conve
rted into an underground storage tank, forming part of an integrated water
harvesting system that collects runoff from gutters and greywater for use i
n the garden’s sprinkler system. In addition, a separate rainwater harvesti
ng tank collects water from the garage roof, supplying domestic use and fur
ther reducing reliance on municipal water.
A small greenhouse support
s year-round vegetable production, reflecting a practical and productive ap
proach within the ornamental setting. Together, these elements create a gar
den that is both visually structured and environmentally conscious.
F
ree refreshments will be available for visitors during open garden days.
Dates: Sat 10 & Sun 11 October
Times: 9am to 4pm
Address:
9 Manor Hall, 62 Hilton Ave, Leonard Hilton
Directions: From Pmb, trav
el up Old Howick Rd. Turn right at the Crossways traffic lights. Manor Hall
is directly opposite The Quarry Centre (at the traffic lights). For ease o
f parking, it is suggested that you park your car at The Quarry Centre and
take the short walk over the road to Manor Hall, where a gate attendant wil
l be there to welcome you.
Entrance Fee: R10p/p
Upcoming Open Midlands Garden - Sat 10 & Sun 11 October. Locate
d at Manor Hall in Hilton, this semi-formal garden owned by Vinnie Jones an
d Kathy Jacob combines structure and sustainability within a thoughtfully d
esigned residential landscape.
Clipped box hedges and defined garden
walls create a strong architectural framework, softened by a mix of indigen
ous and non-indigenous plantings that bring seasonal colour and contrast th
roughout the garden. A traditional croquet lawn provides an elegant focal p
oint, complemented by a peaceful garden pond and a selection of feature pot
s that add interest and character to key spaces.
Sustainability is a
central theme of the garden’s design. A former swimming pool has been conve
rted into an underground storage tank, forming part of an integrated water
harvesting system that collects runoff from gutters and greywater for use i
n the garden’s sprinkler system. In addition, a separate rainwater harvesti
ng tank collects water from the garage roof, supplying domestic use and fur
ther reducing reliance on municipal water.
A small greenhouse support
s year-round vegetable production, reflecting a practical and productive ap
proach within the ornamental setting. Together, these elements create a gar
den that is both visually structured and environmentally conscious.
F
ree refreshments will be available for visitors during open garden days.
Dates: Sat 10 & Sun 11 October
Times: 9am to 4pm
Address:
9 Manor Hall, 62 Hilton Ave, Leonard Hilton
Directions: From Pmb, trav
el up Old Howick Rd. Turn right at the Crossways traffic lights. Manor Hall
is directly opposite The Quarry Centre (at the traffic lights). For ease o
f parking, it is suggested that you park your car at The Quarry Centre and
take the short walk over the road to Manor Hall, where a gate attendant wil
l be there to welcome you.
Entrance Fee: R10p/p
