Susan Cummins’ garden boasts an abundance of begonias, bromeliads, geraniums, ferns and native orchards. A green wall with more than 150 blooms borders the backyard, complemented by colourful flower beds and whimsical tree ornaments. After seven years of development, and thanks to their avant-garde approach, Susan and her partner saw this garden flourish beyond recognition.
In 2011, Susan and Michael Jack became the owners of the property, situated in Sydney’s leafy North Shore suburb of Cremorne. The couple were under no illusions that the backyard would be the biggest challenge in their design overhaul. Decrepit and overlooked, the garden comprised random sheds, a lone jacaranda and a macadamia nut tree. Rather than opting for a design perfected by architects, the pair took a hands-on approach to landscaping, breathing new life…