I have always felt that the best gardens aspired to coppice and that the best woods have all the elements of the very best gardens.
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Gardening is inevitably a process of constant, remorseless change. It is the constancy of that process that is so comforting, not any fixed moment.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Gardening involves continuous changes that can be reassuring and comforting.
This quote by Monty Don reflects on the essence of gardening as a dynamic experience that embodies constant change. Rather than seeking a static state of perfection, gardeners find solace in the ongoing transformation of their gardens, understanding that change is a fundamental aspect of growth, beauty, and life itself.
Themes
GardeningChangeComfortNatureGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
During a gardening workshop, I shared Monty Don's quote to celebrate the beauty in the evolving nature of plants.
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