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There's More To Gardening Than Just Planting A Bunch Of Flowers |
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Dave Truman |
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There's More To Gardening Than Just Planting A Bunch Of Flowers
Dave Truman
Yes, in fact it is. Fine gardening can mean different things to different people but to me it's more than just a bunch of plants growing in a garden. It includes everything about gardening, combining it all into a garden that meets all your expectations.
My love of gardening does just come from the finished product, but from the hours of love that I spend planning and designing it - from the moment an idea comes to me to the pleasure of seeing it come to fruition. Anyone who steps into view of my garden should gain an appreciation for the art in it, not just the size or shape of the plants. It should be a place that is peaceful and calm, where people can enjoy spending their time.
A water feature - something that produces a soothing sound continuously - is a must for me. A nice lotus or water lily for some color, and maybe even a few fish. Some ferns and leafy plants around the pond, and this oasis is complete.
Ideally I would love a big tree to stand in a corner of the garden, with a luscious velvety dark brown trunk that I can just about span with my arms, overflowing with vibrant green leaves spilling onto the ground in heedless abandon. Since I might not always get what I want, I'll settle instead for a few saplings that will one day fulfill my wish.
Green is the target color, so a luscious lawn surrounds the garden itself.
Lots of varieties of plants, and as many colors, are my favorite so I'd add a meandering pathway through the garden to enjoy them all.
As a finishing touch, there's a small alcove, hidden from view until you're in the garden, with a nice view of the entire garden, some shade and a nice hammock or chair to sit and enjoy the results of my work.
In the distance I would set about placing a few boulders, pleasing in stature and color to the eye, surrounded perhaps by a few flowers.
And amidst all this fine splendor I would walk amongst my heartfelt efforts of fine gardening and sigh in satisfaction and peace. For what more is there to gardening, than the art of fine gardening.
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