Do I really want this jewel of a plant, this tempting beauty, breaking up my happy garden?

Can I live without my new love?

No! Why should I have to live without this beauty? I'm gardener! I decide what is planted and what isn't!

I set new plant in my basket, shove my guilt down deep inside, and stride determinedly to checkout counter.

I happily wallow in guilt-free denial while waiting in line. My new plant is in good hands.

But maybe I can grow it with marigolds? I could give it a shot. They might get along. Marigolds are tolerant souls.

Yes! Decision made. My marigolds are about to meet a new friend. I am no longer a horrible person for considering dumping my little buddies.

I am gardener, a proud caretaker of earth! My guilt slithers off to haunt me during my next nursery visit.

We gardeners have a deep relationship with our plants, each and every one.

But we always manage to find room for one more.

STEP 4: ELIMINATE THE TANGLED GARDEN HOSE

Everyone has battled tangled mess of garden hose at some time. End tangles this summer with a decorative hose holder. The holder will keep hose neatly coiled while providing another decorative accent to enhance look of your home.

STEP 5: REPLACE YOUR SPIGOT

The spigot is another opportunity to add to character of your home. By changing your spigots you can make a significant change to look of your home and garden. With such a wide variety of shapes to choose from, there’s no reason not to replace those tarnished old spigots with new brass ones. Have your children pick a faucet ornament that depicts their favorite pet, animal, bird or other theme and place a different spigot on each outdoor faucet (the kids will love this!). It’s a simple change that will upgrade look of your home.

STEP 6: ENHANCE YOUR HOME’S ENTRYWAY

Create a beautiful accent for entry of your home with an address plaque. The address plaque can be personalized with your name and address in a classic and elegant manner. Or, add a welcome mat with a design that reflects your style. Welcome mats can also be personalized with your name. Address plaques and welcome mats are easy and quick ways to accent entry to your home.

Follow these 6 steps today and make most of your home and garden. A few simple touches can take your home’s look and character from ordinary to outstanding!

GA-001