My garden is small compared to the ones I manage in my horticulture business, but it\u2019s still a hideaway for the birds, bees and native plants. It\u2019s calming and is a source of tranquility for myself and my family. During dif\ufb01cult times, and I\u2019m sure you have experienced them and know what I mean, the backyard can be a peaceful and serene place. Sometimes however, the garden can also create stress.<\/p>\n
Gophers, spider mites and water bills, to name a few, can detract us from our beautiful garden. But keeping this in mind, we must remember we share this space with the critters and the insects. These are all part of the fabric of nature. Just like fertilizer and compost, gas and electricity bills, we have to budget for this special place. It doesn\u2019t matter if it is a drought resistant native garden or even a cactus garden. There will be maintenance involved. Weeding can take us away from family and friends, however, I have found over the years, for me, the yard has been a great investment.<\/p>\n
When I think about the hours of enjoyment I have experienced watching the birds, bees and plants in my garden grow, these times have been some of the best I ever had. So looking forward to the future and what it might hold, I\u2019m hoping you will \ufb01nd that the investment of time, energy and money in your garden, is one that is well spent. Until next time, collect rain water and happy gardening.<\/p>\n
John Nowak<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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