A Visit to Cistus Nursery
I rarely go to nurseries anymore since I work part-time at one and another reason being that I don't have much room for additional plants. When a garden fanatic runs out of room, the brain goes into overdrive, dreaming up ingenious ways to incorporate more plants. And another thing happens - a burning desire to obtain rare and unique plants. I've been moving plants around, a tricky process that has a domino effect. A plant is unhappy - it is getting too much shade or perhaps too much sun. There is a plant that did not get as large as you thought it would or it is just a slow grower and now it is hopelessly hidden behind a taller plant. Sometimes a plant is just a dud for reasons unknown (Rhododendron 'Golden Gate' anyone?). I find the plant in question a better home, but it means that another plant will have to be moved. And the merry-go-round continues to turn... However, for those plants that are to be discarded, a space opens up for a new one! I decided to move a Mou...
It's lovely, Phillip. I wish I could see it in person some day. Enjoy your rest break, when you get it!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a well earned break, Phillip! I didn't have time to come see it this year (and I'm sure things have changed) but I know you two have a wonderful garden. Next time...
ReplyDeleteI made note of your open dates on my calendar but had conflicts on each one. Someday (year?) I'll make it back.
ReplyDeleteAnd I've got to get over to see yours as well!
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