I have a mouse in my house. Of course, most likely more than one at this time of year. But there’s at least one that I know of who likes to nibble at the herbs and other plants I have in various containers about the kitchen and in hallways. He loves to dig into the roots of the sage and nibble at the leaves of mesclun. He ignores the fenugreek, thyme, oregano and rosemary, although on occasion I’ve seen evidence that he has peeked into their pots. The lavender he seems to ignore completely. The bed of dirt remains untouched and the leaves uneaten. It is the one plant, aside from the African violet, that thrives this winter. The pot sits next to a western facing window. And it is the silhouette of the lavender leaves and branches against the setting sun that I captured in this photo.
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You must be a gifted gardener, successfully growing a lavender plant indoors, and in the winter. This particular plant must be intent on pleasing you. 🙂
How sweet, A lucky mouse, with beautiful eyes and soft fur. I’m sure he won’t mind leaving when spring arrives. I live trap them and put them in the garden. They are so adorable. I know that a lot of people don’t like them and they shouldn’t be in our houses but it’s cold and when a mouse moves in I just let him stay until it’s warm. We always had white mice as pets and hamsters, etc., so I love them. Your herb garden sounds fabulous.
I, too, am impressed with lavender in the house! And since I’ve been reading a book about Beatrix Potter, this post seems just right!
I am sure, like the rest of us, you are ready for Spring so you can plant them outside!