Many years ago now, I was lucky enough to work for Joy Porter in her garden at Castle Cove. Her garden was a great source of delight to her. She loved flower arranging and taught me how to pull the keel out of Bird of Paradise flowers to make them last longer in flower arrangements. There was a great strength in this quietly spoken woman, and you always knew where you stood with her! She had her own style, and was one of the most elegant ladies I have ever met. Vale, Joy!