Re: Weeding, in theory
- To: perennials@mallorn.com
- Subject: Re: Weeding, in theory
- From: L*@zeonchemicals.com
- Date: Tue, 30 May 2000 12:41:16 -0400
Janet,
yes and no. Everyone knows that my garden is definitely off-limits. You
may admire, but do not weed, cut, dig, or otherwise deface the existing
design. If you have criticisms, fine. But if you feel bold enough to do
so, expect a bold reply from me. My garden is very personal and means a
great deal to me as I'm sure all of yours does. I get comments from Mom
about the "stalky" plants I have or that things seem "jumbled and
overgrown". Considering that she greatly admires the Victorian bedding
designs of lots of meticulously maintained annuals, it's no wonder that she
looks askance at my cottage-style garden. So what? I reply to negative
comments with the following: "I like it this way". Keep repeating it if
they don't get it the first time. If someone wants to "help", I
specifically them a task. Example: prune out the dead buds on a rose
bush, deadhead the peony, stake the dahlias, etc, but something always
easy. I will always casually mention that I have lots of new material and
new projects in the works, so ASK before doing anything else.
Janet, just be firm and say it with a smile. If all else fails, offer a
glass of iced tea and a nice seat elsewhere.
Val in KY
zone 6a
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