I had the most gorgeous surprise this morning when a book I hadn’t ordered arrived in the post.
At first, I was confused, but then I remembered an email conversation I’d had over a year ago when Noelle Johnson, author and horticulturist, spotted my blog post about lawn solarization from the summer of 2013 and asked my permission to use my photo in her next book. I happily said yes and promptly forgot about it – until this morning!
The book “The Water-Smart Garden” may not be that relevant to Irish gardening—though it might become more relevant with climate change—but I’ve got friends in dry places (sounds like a Garth Brooks song, right?) who really could use this book. I wish I’d had it back when I lived in California.
The photo isn’t one of my prettiest pictures. In fact, it is probably one of the least exciting photos I’ve ever taken, but success has many forms, and I’ll take the win. Her lovely name (Noelle) and the timing of the delivery were not lost on me either.
Check out Noelle Johnson’s website for more water-smart advice and for details on how to get a copy (if you are one of my friends in dry places!)
And wherever you are in the world – happy gardening!
Byddi Lee
