"There is something remarkably more beautiful about flowers that you yourself have planted, and divided and cared for, than any other flowers. It reminds one that the creation of beauty is a happy experience."

 

-----Lady Bird Johnson

 

 

Barock ivy geranium

May 13, 2007

 

 

"One of the most attractive things about flowers is their beautiful reserve."

 

----Henry David Thoreau

 

 

"If you would be happy all your life--plant a garden."

----Chinese Proverb

 

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