Last weekend we got in some much needed garden therapy.
A few months back, we’d pulled out all of the shrubs and dwarf palms that were haphazardly planted in the beds in front of our new house. We’d also added some retaining wall blocks for more definition between the beds and the lawn. We transplanted some of our succulents in one of the flower beds but before we could do anything with the other side, the 100 degree-plus summer temps came in with a vengeance – not the ideal weather to be doing any manual labor in … if one doesn’t have to.
So this time around, we tackled that second flower bed. Again, transplanting more of our succulents (and there are many) and re-potting others. Aaaand as a nod to the official start of Fall, we tried our hand at planting some garden Mums. (Wish me luck because I seem to only be able to keep succulents alive.)
The project proved to be a real work out … moving a ton of heavy decorative garden rocks and stones along with all the digging in order to even out the bed. I’m not one for manual labor or working out (ha!) but I was rewarded with an overwhelming sense of accomplishment once the labor came to an end. Not to mention … it looks so purrrrrdy.
As I said, we removed all of the previous owner’s idea of landscaping that seemed as though it had been neglected. Cleaned it all up and tailored it to our liking (which does not include dwarf palms). I’m feeling pretty satisfied with how it’s turned out.
I just love a good before and after …
As for this weekend, well … I’ve traded my garden gloves and worker bee mentality for the couch, a Kindle, and the HGTV channel.
Happy Sunday everyone!
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