Two Open Gardens

Gardens of Dee Elliott & Raf & Diana Izdebski

Dee Elliot 1641 Whitesails Drive

In the mid 70’s, 1641 Whitesails was built as a typical seasonal panabode cottage.  Like the  rest of the homes in Tunstall Bay it was inhabited by the original owners only in the summer months and an occasional weekend. The Elliotts moved in and became full time residents 38 years ago.  It was not until the early 2000’s that improvements started on the house and property.  Andre Chollat was key in hardscaping and developing the initial garden as it presents today.  Over the years I’ve depended on and am very grateful to many others who helped and guided me in plant choices (Su Rickett),  other subtle changes, and the never ending maintenance .  The front yard is hidden from the road but offers wonderful views of Tunstall Bay from the decks while the backyard is a  private oasis of greenery with trails leading to quiet spaces.

Finally my home and garden has become my happy hermitage - a place I peacefully putter about wondering what I can change next...

Raf & Diana Izdebski 1637 Whitesails Drive

Our love of growing plants started well before we moved to Bowen.  When we purchased our 1/4 acre lot in 2012 we knew we wanted to grow food, have a greenhouse and continue our passion for rare and unusual plants (including many tropicals). We like to test the limits of what can be grown in zone 8b such as citrus, guavas, pawpaws, avocados, nectarines and peaches.

Our garden is a mix of food producing plants and rare and exotic ornamental species resulting in a unique garden that has something for everyone to explore.