ANOTHER POST IS NEAR THE CENTURY MARK, our second in 7 months here on A Way to Garden. The first was Garden No-No’s; now here comes ‘Why Do You Garden?’ to challenge its lead. Why do you garden? Is it for astonishing plants like these Martagon lilies, or for solace in troubled times, or for fresh food to stash in the freezer to get you through a long winter’s nap? All good reasons, but perhaps they are not yours. So what is it? Won’t you tell us?
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Welcome, Lynn. All beautiful reasons, thank you. For me it’s all about the peace, too. See you soon, I hope.
It started in second grade. The teacher had each child in the class insert dried beans and moist paper towels in plastic baggies and place them flat in the classroom windowsill. I was absolutely amazed when the bean swelled and then burst open, roots stretching below and green leaves stretching above. It was like magic. I believe that is why I garden…nature for me is measurable magic. Great blog.
Welcome, LiriopePisces. “Measurable magic” is a lovely way to put it, thank you. Love that. :) Hope to see you here soon again.
Love your garden from Garden Conservancy visits, loved your talk at Plant-o-rama at BBG this week and your blog is a new delight to someone who also gardens in zone 5.
Welcome, Ann. What a triple-header of a nice comment that is! Thank you. I am glad you have found your way here, and hope that you will be a regular.
Why do I garden? I usually ask myself that some question every August–95+degs., bugs etc. (south Alabama) But I’m always right back at it. I think I’m just addicated to dirt!
Welcome, Carol. “Addicted to dirt” sounds like a good explanation. I wonder the same thing in our often hot, steamy Augusts, too, when it’s time to mow, and mow some more. Hope to see you soon again.
enjoy the beauty, enjoy the company, and enjoy the results!
Welcome, Monica. Good reasons, all of them. Glad to “meet” you and hope to see you again soon.
Hi Margaret,
I remember years ago seeing you on Martha’s TV show and thinking what a very knowledgeable person you are; always wonderful “nuggets” of information on plants.
I am new to this site but I always have lots of questions so count me in. I live in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver BC
I love this blog. I have had a slow day at work and have enjoyed my time reading about all kinds of things. The pictures of your garden are tremedous. It reminds me that I need to purchase a new camera so I can take some pics of my garden like yours. I live on a 2.5 acre plot that was owned previously by a master gardener. My yard is ever changing. That is why I garden. I like to see the evolution of the plants during the year.
Welcome, Jill. I plan to get a new camera, too, but have hesitated and hesitated…but think I am about to make a decision. Thanks for your positive encouragement about the blog; I am glad to have you here with us. Do come again soon, and tell us how it’s going on your plot (same size as mine!).
Hi Margaret,
I just found your blog, and I think it’s wonderful! What a wealth of information, and so clearly presented. Even though this is an old post of yours, I just answered exactly this question in my first garden blog post ever, here: http://naseersiddique.com/greenthumbgeeks/2010/02/why-garden/
My wife and I look forward to your posts!
Welcome, Naseer (and Emily…I went and checked and found her name). :) I am really impressed by your seed-starting setup especially. Wow. I am glad to “meet you and hope since you are not far away that we will meet in person at some garden event here this year. See you soon!