Meet George ...
By hywel
18 comments
A lady called Shirley comes to cut my hair, and asked me a few days ago if I wanted another plant.
She said the words ‘another plant’ because she could see all the ones I’ve already got.
My answer was obviously ‘Yes please’ :D
Then Shirley told me about a lady living in a near-by village, whose hair she cuts, and this lady had a plant she wanted to find a home for.
It was because the said lady found difficulty watering it due to bad arthritis in her hands. However Shirley didn’t know what the plant was called, and her vague description struck no bells with me :D
I said I’d have the plant anyway, and after a phone call from Shirley to the lady it was arranged for me to pick up the plant the following day, and when I got there the lady had put the plant ready for me.
It was a palm called Chamaedorea elegans. I used to have one a long time ago and was pleased to get this one now.
The lady wouldn’t accept any money for it, and said all she wanted was for it to go to a good home … which I hope it has.
And before I left with the plant she said “His name is George” :)
So George has come to his new home and I hope he enjoys it here. He has plenty of company :)
26 Jan, 2022
14 likes
More blog posts by hywel
Previous post: The ZZ plant
Next post: It's February already !
Comments
George is very handsome. What a lovely unexpected gift.
George knows he will be well looked after.
Marjorie
26 Jan, 2022
What a lovely plant,Hywel,and I love a story with a happy ending.:o) Such a caring lady,to gift George to you, and he couldn't have gone to a better home.:o) x
26 Jan, 2022
George will be very happy with you Hywel. He is a lovely specimen. Lots of lush foliage.
26 Jan, 2022
Well Hywel , I am sure "George" is certainly going to be cared for by you!
I too love the foliage!
26 Jan, 2022
George is certainly a very lush fella Hywel, a lovely addition to your collection....
26 Jan, 2022
Welcome to your new home, George! You'll find your new owner will take the best care of you! 😃
26 Jan, 2022
I couldn’t imagine a better home for George. 🥰
26 Jan, 2022
Thanks for all your comments :)
26 Jan, 2022
Were you expecting a big plant, or did it come as a surprise? It's a lovely plant & looks good where it is now. Lucky you had a space for it.😊. Long live George!
26 Jan, 2022
I knew of someone who mixed in some cremated remains into the potting soil .......no I better go no further.
27 Jan, 2022
I knew it was a big plant Feverfew, Shirley told me.
I can't leave it where it is in the photo because I want to open the door so I've put it on top of the fridge for now.
That's horrible Loosestrife :(
27 Jan, 2022
What a lovely story Hywel … yes, George is now definitely in a good home 🙂.
27 Jan, 2022
Lovely blog, Hywel! Obviously your hairdresser knew George would be in very good hands!
I'm sure he'll settle in well along with your other houseplants. He looks very healthy too.
27 Jan, 2022
Thank you both :)
27 Jan, 2022
So pleased you have given George a new home. I too hate discarding plants, just because ....lack of space.... or whatever.
5 Mar, 2022
Thank you, yes I agree :)
5 Mar, 2022
Recent posts by hywel
- Colouring up the winter ...
16 Jan, 2024
- Autumn sowings
12 Jan, 2024
- Autumn flowers in my garden
22 Oct, 2023
- Lots of tidying ...
10 Oct, 2023
- More trellises
4 Oct, 2023
- A rainbow and Lewisias
26 Aug, 2023
Members who like this blog
-
Gardening with friends since
31 Oct, 2008 -
Gardening with friends since
12 Feb, 2009 -
Gardening with friends since
14 Apr, 2011 -
Gardening with friends since
22 Oct, 2008 -
Gardening with friends since
4 Apr, 2009 -
Gardening with friends since
14 Jul, 2012 -
Gardening with friends since
23 Nov, 2014 -
Gardening with friends since
4 Oct, 2008 -
Gardening with friends since
2 Feb, 2019 -
Gardening with friends since
9 Aug, 2009 -
Gardening with friends since
13 Apr, 2016 -
Gardening with friends since
31 Mar, 2010 -
Gardening with friends since
28 Apr, 2016 -
Gardening with friends since
13 May, 2014
He is a very handsome fellow indeed. Its great that he has found a really good and appreciative home! Hope you settle in well George!
26 Jan, 2022