Petronella Applewitch

Life is an ever-enchanted journey when your dearest friend happens to be a whimsical apple sorceress of 134 years, who exudes youthful vitality. Meet Petronella, a garden-loving witch who treasures her lush sanctuary and its inhabitants, ranging from the whimsical apple stick men to the cantankerous goblin Thornbush. Her magical abilities are woven into her care for these beings, though her spells often take a delightfully impromptu turn. For instance, she might transfigure herself into the formidable witch-in-charge Pestilla, only to accidentally omit the reversal spell upon Pestilla’s arrival.

In her creative pursuits, Petronella invents a novel breed of apples, yet a curious twist renders these fruits entirely invisible when tasted. Even her experiment with a duplicate self leads to garden-wide chaos, a comical manifestation of her exuberance. Fortunately, the industrious 9-year-old twins, Leah and Louis, who reside in the neighboring old miller’s house, consistently unveil ingenious solutions to untangle Petronella’s escapades and tackle garden-related predicaments.

From foiling the schemes of Thornbush, the obstinate goblin, to outwitting the mischievous gnome Nicky’s attempts to pilfer Petronella’s spell tome, the twins prove their mettle. Amidst these capers, the misadventures of the apple stick men, ensnared in the bakery’s kneading contraption, provide moments of whimsy.

Central to Petronella’s purpose is safeguarding the garden’s enigma from the outside realm. Alongside her two steadfast allies, she orchestrates a captivating dance, keeping the garden’s mysteries veiled from the prying eyes of the twins’ parents and curious onlookers. This clandestine choreography is performed seamlessly, masking the true nature of the garden’s management from the discerning witch-in-chief.

Yet, beyond the day’s enchanting duties, the company of Petronella’s apple abode beckons, where magical birthdays are joyously commemorated, and spirited broom rides become a shared delight. In this captivating tale, every moment resonates with the harmonious blend of whimsy and camaraderie, as Petronella and her cherished companions navigate a world brimming with mystical allure.