2005 brought so many changes to my life as I moved from a 2,800 sq feet home with a large back yard to 1,800 and then 1,200. All during my transition period from a great economy to the recession life style, I was gardening. About 85% of my plants were in containers so I could move pots as the Arizona sun created havoc on them. Now, in the summer of 2011, I have moved again after my last child moved out.... for possibly the last time for a while! I'm working part time, going to school full time and learning how to live a much simpler life style. But gardening will never be put aside for it is there that I find such peace and joy. Leasing a 2 bedroom/2 bath second floor apartment with 1000 sg feet has no yard gardening opportunities, but, I do have a small balcony that has a dozen plants flourishing.
Morning glories, spider plants, Arizona and African poinsettias, oxalis, air plants, a fern, three varieties of wandering jew, green onions and garden art share this small east-facing balcony. I added a hummingbird feeder so I am entertained all day long with their busy flights and fights. When fall arrives, I plan to hang baskets full of bloomin
g flowers, because even with a covered balcony, the Arizona sun beats down and fries things quickly.
I'm learning that no matter what size of space you have been dealt, you can continue to enjoy the art of growing....you simply have to work differently. And with monsoon season here in Phoenix, I have the bonus of a perfect view of the clouds rolling in and the lightning displays that light up the sky!
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