I’ve learned a few things about patio gardening, and southern gardening, that I didn’t know before. For instance:
When you see a 8” mound of mud in the middle of your three sisters planting in your community garden plot, don’t stick your finger in it. It’s not an anthill. It’s a crayfish hole. You know – the tiny lobsters with big claws? (No, the boys didn't get pinched, but someone yelled a warning at them before they could.)
It’s not a good idea to put a string between your seedling morning glories and the hummingbird feeder, led by some misconception that the birds will like the flowers and the cover. It just turns into a trapeze for more ants than you knew were in 100 yards of you to climb up and invade the feeder. And drop on your head while you’re drinking coffee.
Running a hose from your kitchen sink to the patio is a much more efficient way to water your plants… but beware the tightening process. Water is expensive in the south, and the squealing the pipes make when you’re not releasing the pressure except by leakage will have folks looking at your apartment with “Take cover!!! It’s gonna blow!!!!” written all over their faces. (Yes, that's my actual contraption. A $5 connector on a $10 hose. Totally worth it:D)
And speaking of neighbors and watering, have you ever wondered if some uptight businessman in an expensive suit three floors below you might sue because you accidently aimed a little too high when trying to water your red geraniums? Creating a shower on the walkout three floors below? I have. Luckily, he ducked. And I looked wicked contrite.
But the learning process is paying off! Check out today's view:
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