OpinionOpinion byKem OrmondFeatures writer·The Country·27 Jun, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to readKem Ormond is a features writer for The Country as well as Coast & Country, covering all aspects of rural life.‌Kem Ormond has tips for pruning, planting and savouring grapes.

Photo / 123rfKem Ormond is a features writer for The Country. She’s also a keen gardener. This week, she’s grappling with her grapes.I have been slower than usual tidying up my grapes before winter.

The warm sunny days have meant the leaves have lingered, and I have so enjoyed the