One of the most simple but beautiful life cycles is that of moths and butterflies. The transformation of an egg to one of natures beauties is fascinating – no matter your age. Caterpillars in their own right are interesting ( unless they end up in your salad). The chrysalis is boring but encapsulates that moment of expectation. The emergence from the chrysalis is really exciting. The adult – just truly stunning.
So it is with a garden project – you go through similar emotions depending on which stage of the evolution. We are now in the caterpillar stage re the patio expansion – a bit interesting but progress seems slow. The irrigation issue has been problem solved but on the positive side it forced us to tackle and agree the irrigation strategy – so that box is ticked. 3 days in and we can see the outline of the patio which vindicates CP’s desire to limit its size. This patio is going to be big enough.
Whilst the patio installation is following its own schedule other things have also been progressing. The ”soil” for the perennial garden has been decided upon and ordered for delivery in about 8 days time – Matt and the installation team are happy with that timing. Michael and myself have been working on the perennial plant list so the detailed schematic of planting positions can be initiated. Fortunately one of the doyens of perennial plants, Allan Armitage, lives in Georgia and he references in his 1000 + page book , how a plant looks in his garden – very helpful!
So interesting stuff taking place!
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