One of the
things I’ve enjoyed most about working at Picaflor House has been the garden
and the little critters who find nourishment in it on a daily basis. Our kids
love it too: when we interviewed some of them a while back to get their comments
for our 2011 annual report, it was hugely satisfying to hear them all mention how much they like the flowers
and the colour.
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| In serious need of some hand cream here! |
I’ve been a
gardener since I was a tiny tot trying to help my dad maintain his always impressive
vege garden. I imagine I was more hindrance than help but my dad was a patient
soul and encouraged my love of growing things. My mum also had green fingers;
our house was always full of shiny green pot plants and her flower garden was a
joy to behold. I am ever grateful to them for passing on their love of
gardening, growing things, and being green to me.
At Picaflor I
am constantly getting my hands dirty, my nails broken, working the garden. I
know I could use gloves but I hate them – I much prefer the feel of the soil. It’s
so rewarding to see the plants flourish and blossom, and to see the numbers of
butterflies, bees and other tiny beasties increasing.
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| Spot the wee beastie in this one? |
I hope you've enjoyed this little meander through our garden.
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