Zen

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Early Monday morning I went out to the garden early with the idea of spreading a bit of mulch.  Since the wheelbarrow had some potting soil mixed with compost already in it ready to fill pots for the garden club plant sale in a few weeks it had to be emptied before mulch could be spread. I filled the pots rather than dump the mix and then have to clean that up at a later time. Since the pots were filled with soil it seemed only logical to divide some perennials and pot them up which took a bit of time.  Once the perennials were potted up I needed some compost to fill in the holes left in the garden so that little task was accomplished.  I noticed that the entry garden, which has a bit of ledge running through it which divides this garden into two sections, was looking a bit weedy.  The portion of this garden abuts the walkway and it is difficult to grow plants here as the water runs and settles here compacting the soil.  I have thought about this little area and what could be done to make it a bit more attractive.  I decided to dig out some of the soil and add some stone dust, rocks and moss for a tiny little 'zen' garden. Two wheelbarrows full of soil and two wheelbarrows full of stone dust took some more time and then there was the trip to the swamp for some moss.  I like moss.   I find its' cool, green softness easy on the eyes and soothing to the soul. The moss was added along with a few little rocks.     I think I need to add another small rock or two but otherwise, for now, it is pleasing to me.   What do you think?  Oh, now a couple hours had passed, I needed to get to work and the mulch did not get spread. Mama said there would be days like this. I'm happy she was right.

Comments

[priscilla]

That looks wonderful. Very peaceful and simple yet attractive.

[Heather's Garden]

I like it. I especially like the moss and your beautiful close-up of it!

[Lisa at Greenbow]

Isn't it funny how when you go into the garden this time of year especially one thing always leads to another.

I love the mossy Zen garden. If I thought I could get a moss area going I would try it. Maybe I should have where I just planted some hostas. Hmmmmmmmmm Maybe next time.

Tucker looks like he is in the Zen mode too. Is that your cat or a neighbor visiting?

[Carol, May Dreams Gardens]

I really like the Zen Garden, and I like how one task led to another and you got a lot done, anyway. That's the perfect way to spend a morning in the garden.

[Gail]

I think it's fabulous looking and you had a good time!

[Northern Shade]

I love your moss garden with the rocks. You created a beautiful bed, and you did it by being creative with a problem area. The texture in the closeup of the yellowish green moss is great. I was practically reaching out to touch it.

[Frances]

Hi Layanee, Your garden looks so peaceful and serene, you have some large leaf hostas that look outstanding. Your moss zen garden is perfection. Your time sounds like it was well spent, achieving several small goals. Ahhhh to the moss. Thanks for a soothing read.

[Ginny]

Love your Zen garden! Ommmmmmmm Wonderful what a couple of hours can do...even if you had other plans. Viewing moss as a friend rather than a foe (as in the middle of the lawn) is an inspiration. Your photos up close and intimate as well as the long views are great.

[lawremc]

The Zen moss garden is lovely! It looks so cool and inviting. From my garden in Alabama---I'm always up for something that looks cool. I really wish I had a spot where I could harvest some moss for my garden. I do know of a few spots but alas they are not on my property.

[Benjamin]

The moss is excellent! I've been seriously considering a heavy addition to it in my side / Japanese garden. It ain't very Japanese-esque yet, and this would help. It looks good! Seriously!

[gintoino]

great idea the moss thing. It looks so fresh and inviting (I love to touch moss)

[Mr. McGregor's Daughter]

What a fantastic solution to a tricky problem area! I think your new Zen garden is wonderful.

[Layanee]

Thanks to all! I am trying to answer each email as it seems a bit more personal. What do you all think?

[Phillip]

I think the moss area looks fantastic. You did a great job. I love the first photo. Your garden looks so serene.

[Kim]

It seems wrong to say this somehow, but I have total Zen envy going on here! That little garden looks wonderful, Layanee... great job.

(And after 4 wheelbarrowfuls of things like "stone dust," which I imagine to be insanely heavy, I would think that not having gotten the mulching done is completely excused.) :)