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Gardening Background
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Biographical Information
I live in the mountains at 3500 feet. I get snow in the winter.
My Mulch Profile
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Gardening Ability
3 - Garden a lot, with some success -
My 5 favorite plants are
Lobelia, lavender, foxglove, iris and tulips -
What is a garden myth you hear frequently which you know is untrue?
"I don't have a green thumb" -
And, what is the reality?
Anyone can find a plant that they can grow/ -
What is your favorite gardening outfit or costume?
I wear a hat, my garden apron, a friend made me and my blue boots. -
What is the one question about gardening you would really like people to ask you?
Oh, I am not an expert, I am learning all the time. I just moved to this clime 5 years ago. Everything is different up here. -
And what's the answer?
Try something new. -
Who is your own favorite gardening personality on TV, radio or in print? Why?
I liked to listen to Bruce Assakowa, sorry butchered his last name. -
Do you have a gardening philosophy you would like to share with other gardeners? What is it?
Just keep trying different or new plants, you never know when one will just speak to you. -
If you could grow only one plant, what would it be?
That's a hard one.....I guess lavender. It's easy,drought tolerant and smells nice. I like to use the dried lavender. -
What plant have you tried to grow that has given you the most trouble? Or, what plant would you like to grow and can't, and why?
Roses, roses, roses. They hate me. -
What is your favorite time in the garden?
Early morning -
What is your favorite color in the garden?
Purple against green -
What is your favorite place or activity in the garden?
My garden room my husband made for me. -
What is your favorite public or private garden in the world? Why?
Sorry to say I haven't traveled very much, but did visit the botanical gardens in Victoria, Canada, which was fantastic! -
What individual has influenced your gardening interest the most? How?
Me -
What do you dislike most about gardening?
Digging big holes -
What do you like most about gardening?
It is relaxing -
Favorite Nursery
MooseCreek
Alpine, CA -
What is your Garden Test Score?
21-27 Excellent
Education
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Favorite Quote
Treat all you meet with kindness, they may be going thru difficult times. -
Interests
Well thats easy: gardening
