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A balm FOR THE soul

WHO LIVES HERE? Terry de Vries

WHERE Barrydale, Western Cape SIZE 200m2

TYPE OF SOIL Rocky with slate

AGE OF GARDEN 4 years

Nestled between the front stoep, a packed stone wall and a latte fence, this lush Karoo garden is a haven for wildlife and humans alike. “The birds and baboons enjoy the garden as much as I do,” says Terry de Vries.

Since we featured her colourful Barrydale abode in our July 2021 issue, the garden has become very well established.

“Early in the morning I hear the characteristic call of the fiery-necked nightjar and the Cape robin couple

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