Not my favorite activity, but it’s occupied my time for the past month. After unpacking boxes and hanging pictures, I’ve begun analyzing the overgrown flowerbeds and nondescript back patio.
Basically I’m watching the sun patterns, ripping out weeds, and looking at the sprinkler patterns. Living in LA, we are in the midst of a three year drought — our farmers aren’t going to get water for their crops, it’s that serious. Looking at what’s happening with our own watering situation in a new garden is critical. We discovered big dry areas, sprinkler heads watering the driveway and little else, and overgrown plants blocking others. Next we’ll tackle the plants planted next to each other that shouldn’t be — drought tolerant shrubs overpowering shade-loving azaleas.
It’s definitely another opportunity to put into practice the knowledge packed into our little book, “The Pitiful Gardener’s Handbook!”
