Country champion garden a labour of love

TRANSFORMING a four-acre blank canvas into a garden paradise has been a labour of love for Les and Coral McCoy, and one that has earned them five Country Grand Champion titles.

The McCoys' Vale View property has been synonymous with garden grandiosity since 2008 when they won their first Chronicle Garden Competition Country category title.

Their secret is simple - by staying true to the country landscape and taking advantage of planting opportunities not possible in city gardens.

"In the back part of the garden, we've tried to keep it a bit more Asian looking and there are three lovely black gazebos there, as well as a waterfall," Mrs McCoy said.

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"It's a very peaceful place and people love coming out here."

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Country champion garden a labour of love