Gardening-an Expression...

Give the same plants to several people, you will see several arrangements

. Each one distinct and different, yet, using the same plants.

This is the ultimate reward of gardening- a means

to express, to create with the help and inspiration

from the gifts of Nature.

Gardening is not just physically and aesthetically

rewarding. It enriches the spirit. It awakens ones

creativity that lies dormant from neglect, or lack of

motivation, or a popular excuse, not enough time.

Gardening is fast becoming a popular hobby of the times.

From the tropics , to the frigid climes, gardening centers

are offering more choices to tantalize even the most

conservative taste.

Each year, gardeners look forward with excitement

to their gardening; a hobby they take passionately.

What new plants are being introduced? What variety

of surprises awaits them? The ornamental gardener will be

glorious with the new plants or hybrids for the present

growing season. The vegetable/herb gardener

looks forward with anticipation at harvest time.

With so much variety to choose from, what factors

determine which plants to buy? After considering the

soil, weather, sun/shade location factors, the

choice is all about self- expression.

No two gardens are alike, given the same set of plants.

Colors are as revealing as the plants. A conservative

gardener will opt for traditional plants. At times, you see

the same plants, the same arrangements year after year.

Aha!! Perhaps the gardener does not adapt to

change too quickly. It may be lack of time, or change

of physical health.

Vibrant colors in the garden reflect a vibrant gardener.

A garden bursting with colors is very attractive and

pleasing to look at. It is inviting.

What about passion? They say red is a color of passion,

of energy and courage. Add white to the reds, and the

garden beckons the passer-by to take a look. Someone

said this combination looks like a candy cane.

My garden is overcome by burst of yellows and orange,

not really by choice. Somehow, it gives out a golden glow

as the blooms bask in the sun. It reflects my enthusiasm

for life. Many of my plants are gifts from friends, treasures

for my garden. Yellow flowers remind me of my mother.

Purples and blues in the garden are colors of reflection,

of peace and calm. Add white flowers to this and it

invites a meditative mood.

After colors, the arrangements of the plants reveal

something of the person. I have a friend whose

flowerbeds are symmetrical, weed less, picture-

perfect, right out of a magazine. Indeed, this expresses

her organized way of thinking and living.

A gardener who loves to re-arrange the plants and

loves to add new plants and ornaments shows an

enthusiastic and energetic spirit, ready to welcome

change, eager to experiment.

What about an overgrown garden? Perhaps it reflects

someone with scattered energies, at times, a full

plate, or one who does not have the time or energy

to tend the garden. It may well show one that starts

with a burst of enthusiasm that wanes quickly after

the planting is done.

No matter how you plan your garden, it is a

creative tool that allows you to express yourself.

Gardening is therapeutic, physically, mentally and spiritually.

Happy gardening. Dont forget to talk to

your plants.

by: himanshu007

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