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The
Neighbors -
People
- can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em
You live in
a world with other people. Some folks find that a comforting thought.
Others wish everyone else would just go away. Whatever your take
on the human race, the fact remains that what you do affects the
lives of other people. And any human action, like the choice to
make a garden, must be made only after considering its effect on
your fellow citizens.
When planning
your garden ask yourself these questions:
- Could my
garden be considered an "eyesore" or be offensive to
anyone?
- Will I be
home enough and have time to keep my garden attractive?
- Will the
plants I've chosen attract any unwanted wildlife to the area that
could cause problems for others?
- Do other
people in my building have room for their plants, too?
- Are my plants
blocking access to other apartments?
- Will my plants
block the sun in my neighbor's garden, patio, or window?
Being considerate
of your neighbors doesn't mean you have to send out a survey and
consult everyone nearby whenever you plant a seed. (That would be
silly, and odds are pretty good you'd never get that seed planted.)
But it does mean you should be thoughtful, and include the "human
element" in your garden plans.
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