LAWN ENTHUSIASTS
Until a short time ago I admired a fine lawn. The owner of this particular bit of turf, when he was no longer able to tend it because of ill-health, had it taken up and concrete put in its place. It was a shock to see this happen, but the owner of the lawn probably preferred to have no lawn at all rather than watch it go to ruin. Lawn enthusiasts are men apart. They really love the cultivation of grass, and groom it with the devotion that other men reserve for horses or dogs. Providing a lawn is well drained and the grass is fine and hard- wearing, diligent lawn-care produces turf that is a sheer delight. How many gardeners have the patience that it takes to make a first-class lawn? Very few, I am afraid, and certainly I am not among the few, for I skimp the work; but I must confess I envy the results the enthusiast obtains.
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