We all know “April showers bring May flowers” but May flowers are not the only result of April showers. The seasonal increase in precipitation also boosts waterways and creates vigorous waterfalls. As a result, I’m suggesting this new twist on the old proverb―“April showers bring May waterfalls”.
It’s garden tour season here in the US Southeast. Gardening clubs and charity organizations host local garden tours to raise funds and awareness. Typically, these self-guided tours include a series of personal gardens which the owners have generously agreed to open to the public for a day or a weekend. A program describing the participating gardens, along with a recommended driving route, is provided to participants when they purchase their tickets. Garden visitors drive themselves from garden to garden where they can stroll through gorgeous private paradises and revel in the beauty of landscaped nature.
Held annually on April 22, Earth Day celebrates our planet and raises awareness of environmental issues. Learning about and making “land art”―an art form made with nature in nature―seems like an ideal way to join the celebration.
The big red numbers are impossible to miss! Located at Queen’s Wharf in downtown Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, the numbers showcase the current year providing residents and visitors with the perfect photo opp.
In direct contrast to last week’s post about big dreams and world-class gardens, this post features a very simple idea―floral cones.
Imagine growing up in a family of gardeners―both of your grandmothers are gardeners, your great aunt is an avid gardener, and your mother and her four sisters love to garden. Imagine spending time in their beautiful flower gardens―season after season―year after year. Imagine hearing them share gardening tips and watching them exchange seeds and plants. Imagine learning to garden at their sides. Imagine the gardens you might be inspired to create!
