Texture Plants - the peoples favourite at Ellerslie

Visitors to the Ellerslie International Flower Show have spoken and chosen Texture Plants’ Off the Wall garden as their favourite.

The People’s Choice Award was last night given to a garden which is a secluded area in which to escape from the hustle and bustle of every-day life.

It is a combination of seamless structures, modern furniture and a Mahootus hot tub set among a green oasis of botanically interesting plants.

Designed by Hamish and Tim Prebble of Texture Plants (Christchurch), in conjunction with Outerspace Landscapes, the garden features bold contrasts of plant forms and structures to provide a unique texture-style garden with year-round interest.

Hamish Prebble says has was “absolutely stoked” to win the People’s Choice Award.

“It is the people who are our customers; we are rapt to win this award.”

He says the garden took six months of planning and more than 1000 man hours before they even set foot on Hagley Park to begin the set-up but it “has been so worth it”.

“Being involved in the Ellerslie International Flower Show has been such a great experience. It is awesome for Christchurch, the horticultural industry and for everyone who loves gardening.

“Christchurch should be proud it is hosting such a fantastic international show.”

Off the Wall also won a bronze medal for design and a gold National Lighting Awards.