It's never too late to become a gardener!
I'm a senior citizen, and last spring I planted more flowers than I'd ever planted in my life. I knew absolutely nothing. I just went to the nursery and started choosing flowers I like, then went home, read the labels, and decided where to plant them. All of a sudden, there was something that was very peaceful and refreshing about working in the yard. It was also very rewarding. It was definitely not the norm for me!
By the end of summer, I was extremely pleased with the work I had done and really proud of myself. Even though I had done a lot of things incorrectly, it still looked beautiful.
I've lived in the Tyler area for only two years, so I'm still fairly new to this area. My daughter-in-law told me about the Master Gardener program in Tyler and suggested that I check into it. I did, and I began the program in January. I have learned so much and continue to learn.
My family continues to be amazed that their mother/grandmother is a gardener. Remember, it's never too late!
Linda Childress, Smith County Master Gardener
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