Micro-Climates

I am always amazed on what a difference a few inches can make.  A plant will do badly in one spot, but once it is moved it starts to do well. Micro-climates make a BIG difference. For instance....

I had a large White Daisy plant that was doing well out in the open, but the rain tended to discolor the flower petals. I wanted to use the blooms in bouquets so I decided to move it under the eaves of the house to protect it a little. Unfortunately the only available spot under the eaves was on the North side of the house...too shady. For 3 years the plant survived but it was slowly shrinking and it would not bloom. Then, about a month ago I moved it 3 FEET to the East.....and the other day I noticed it was blooming!  In October no less!!!!!

That's just crazy! It really proves to me that you should never give up on a plant....just try it in a different spot in your garden.