Vassilis Skouras too values these aspects of his Waikari garden, but for him, the essential quality is the garden's ability to make people feel calm, peaceful and inspired. Greek-born Skouras and his partner Laura Sultze, who is originally from the US, feel a profound spiritual connection to their one-acre North Canterbury garden. VASSILIS SKOURAS/NZ GARDENER The privet hedge sculpted by Vassilis connects the brick patios with the amphitheatre area. VASSILIS SKOURAS/NZ GARDENER Vassilis calls this his 'Blue Ice' Arizonica circle. VASSILIS SKOURAS/NZ GARDENER The pond area with 'Crimson Queen' maple as a focal point, and a guardian angel for company.

Source: Stuff November 03, 2019 16:52 UTC