wildflowers in my yard: old ways meet new trends

This morning, as I walked past the patch where my grandmother once grew her prized roses, I couldn't help but notice how my wildflower garden has taken over. It’s a riot of color—poppies, black-eyed Susans, and daisies, all tangled together. When I was a child, gardening meant neat rows and careful pruning. Now, the wild look is in, and some neighbors say it’s messy or even rebellious. But for me, these wildflowers are more than just plants. They remind me of summer days spent with family, learning the names of each bloom. Yet, there’s tension in the neighborhood. Some folks cherish the tradition of manicured lawns, while others, like me, embrace the untamed beauty that supports bees and butterflies. With drought warnings and changing weather, I wonder: should we cling to the old ways, or adapt to what our land needs now? Every time I see a butterfly land on a coneflower, I feel a sense of healing and hope. But I also hear the whispers—"It’s not proper landscaping." Where do you stand? Do we honor tradition, or let nature lead the way? #wildflowers #gardeningdebate #familytradition #Gardening