Tuesday, 28 October 2025

Kiko and Pip's Garden Retreat

Kiko and Pip's Garden Retreat


Kiko and Pip's Garden Retreat

In the heart of a grand English garden, where fragrant rose bushes bloomed in shades of crimson and blush pink, and lavender pathways wound through emerald lawns, stood an exquisite white gazebo. Its intricate ironwork was adorned with cascading sweet peas and vibrant scarlet honeysuckle.

One glorious summer's afternoon, two adventurous kea birds, Kiko and Pip, discovered this enchanting haven. Their olive-green feathers, usually blending with the rugged mountain peaks of their homeland, seemed a striking contrast against the delicate pastels of the garden. Kiko, with his curious golden eyes, perched on a scrolled railing, while Pip, a playful glint in his own amber gaze, investigated a stray, sapphire-blue ribbon tied to a hanging basket of fuchsia petunias.

They chattered in their distinctive calls, their voices echoing softly under the domed roof. The air was thick with the scent of jasmine and the gentle hum of bees, a symphony that filled the keas with a rare, unexpected tranquility. For a moment, the wild, mischievous spirits of Kiko and Pip were content to simply bask in the serene beauty of this unexpected, colourful paradise.



 

Kiko and Pip's Garden Retreat