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"D. Arlington" wrote:

"Bill" wrote in message
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Just like being literate a good example is primary. Some times
children forced to do anything just shuts down the process . Of course
not everyone has access to a potential garden. Community gardens can
and do fill the gap. But nothing beats going out back and playing in
the dirt all year long. Coupled with a garden catalogue perhaps some
garden art. Visits to all sort s of gardens simple and formal may
inspire.
If ones parents are not involved perhaps a crazy aunt or uncle can
substitute. I'm reminded of the star trek captain at academy whose
mentor was a gardener. The love and interest in nature can be learned
but not forced. To bring out the wonder is a hope and I feel a good
description of maturity.

Bill Inspire = to keep spirt in

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Garden in shade zone 5 S Jersey USA


We had 3 kids between us. None of them were interested in gardening.




Heaven brings forth individuals in its own way. Still interests can
and do change.

Bill whose children know what compost is.

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Garden in shade zone 5 S Jersey USA