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Wattles on a Grassy Knoll

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Petit Paradis

On brilliantly sunny days the top of the block can be an enchanting place to work. Though I seldom really stop long enough to take it all in. I usually find myself staring at a photo of it on the … Continue reading →

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The First Cicadas & General Update

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Petit Paradis

About a week and a half ago in Perth I heard the first cicada for the season. It was a really warm day in amongst others that had brought showers. Today, after a few days of rain and then a … Continue reading →

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The First Trees are Planted

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Petit Paradis

Yesterday I planted out our first trees. There was no pomp and ceremony. Not loudly anyway. I carted up several loads of sandy soil and dumped them on the growing swale at the top of the slope. I filled up … Continue reading →

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Plant List for Tillellan

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Petit Paradis

This list has been kept for about ten years now. I am moving it to its current, more easily accessible position, so I can review it given that I anticipate a mass planting occurring at some point this year during … Continue reading →

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The Destruction of Home Making

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Petit Paradis

I have been progressively working on building up the garden. We have been here just over two years and the local wildlife have come to evolve with the changes in the garden. The King skinks are well fed and undisturbed … Continue reading →

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