Yesterday A, M and I enjoyed the 16th Annual Self-Guided Tour presented by Friends of the Library in Strathcona Country. It was a day of unusual weather so we outfitted ourselves in rain jackets, gum boots and umbrellas and it turned out to be a very nice day. Just the right temperature for me and only a little rain. Sadly, I am told this is the last tour of its kind. I hope someone else or another association takes over so it will continue. I truly appreciate the home owners who stood outside for the duration of the day's tour and shared their gardens with us. 10-5 is a long day to play host.
There were some absolutely gorgeous gardens on yesterday's tour and I will share more photos later. The video offers some highlights of our incredible day! What a blast we had!!
One of the most popular botanical gardens in the UK, The Lost Gardens of Heligan span 80 acres in the mild climate area of Mevagissey in Cornwall, UK. Originally created by the Tremayne family, it fell into disrepair during the war. The 1990s saw a movement to revitalize and restore the garden to its splendid beauty.
It is simply beautiful with many interesting features in a garden that beckons you from all around the world. Perhaps a visit to Cornwall, UK just to see this garden should be on your bucket list.
Answer the quiz, true or false, then watch the video. No cheating now!
#1. Don't water your plants when it's hot out.
#2. Organic pesticides are safer than non-organic.
#3. Battery operated garden tools/equipment are more environmentally friendly than gas operated.
#4. Crushed eggs and beer are adequate slug repellants.
#5. Aerating the lawn with golf shoes does the trick.
#6. Plastic pots are better than clay pots for container gardening on my deck/balcony.
In your comments, answer true or false. I'd love to know how you did. Watch the video to see if you are correct. You may be surprised!
PS. apparently number six isn't included in this video, which is an oops. Thank you to Crafty Gardener for pointing this out to me and congratulations to her for getting them all right. The answer to number six, as I found watching the entire program, I have included in comments below. Did you guess right?
