What Are You Waiting For?
September 30th, 2011 | Posted in Landscape Design, Miscellaneous by Anne Brewer
Having neglected what little landscaping we had at our weekend cabin, and having not been there over the summer months, during which time tropical storm Lee passed, the place was a mess. While my sister and I sat on the front porch hypnotically watching the hummingbirds buzz around the feeders it occurred to us that “the mess” was not going any where. What were we waiting for?? A handsome genie to pop out of a lantern to grant us three landscaping wishes??? Maybe a winning Power Ball lottery ticket to apply toward a total makeover??? Check out the before and after pictures. It’s confession time!
We’ve often talked about the improvements and updating we would eventually make to the house and property, yet the dreams continued to stay on a wish list. But, for some reason we woke up that afternoon three weeks ago and made some things happen! It started with a decision to take action, then a couple of phone calls. Even though there is more to do we are off to a good start on the facelift.
Number one problem was lack of irrigation- key to a successful landscape.
Through some contacts we found a friendly crew to help us with the muscle work and restoration!
That’s a drip hose- not a snake!
And, finally the welcoming preparation for our football weekend guests…
So, what are YOU waiting for?? What projects or landscaping dreams are on your wish list? The action starts with you- even if it’s one phone call. Autumn is a great time to work outdoors- Happy Fall, ya’ll!!
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You have a great gift, Anne, this is what I call a transformation. I’m sure sitting on the porch just got more interesting! I’m curious about one thing though, what do you use to fasten the espalier to the wall? I have brick on my house, do you use the same thing as you do with wood siding? My south wall needs something to dress it up and I was thinking this would be a great solution.
Thanks, Paula! It does look so much better even though more needs to be done. I love the espalier idea for a blank wall. It adds interest and it’s so enjoyable to watch it grow and to train. For a brick wall you will need a masonry nail or screw, like TAP CON. For wood you can use roofing nails or even eye hooks. Make sure the head is large enough so that the wire can’t slip off of it. I’d love to see it when you are done and if you have any questions please give me a call anytime.
Thanks, Anne. I read so many things about it and it just seemed like there were several opinions about what to use, I thought I would ask an expert.
As for more to do, there’s ALWAYS more! I could spend 12 hours a day for a month and sill fill like there was more to do. I think you’re off to a fabulous start.