© Janet Davis

In case you’re wondering, Santa, what a gardener needs,

Here are a few little hints: Let’s start with those weeds.

We all hate pulling dandelions as you probably know,

So, Santa baby, how about a new hoe?

For our feet, some garden shoes that rinse with a hose;

(We’ve always wanted a pair of those).

To stake up those peonies, an adjustable ring,

And some sharp, new pruners would be just the thing!

A chandelier for my arbor would be quite fantastic,

And some nice clay-look pots made from tough resin plastic.

A bath, house or feeder for birds-of-a-feather,

Plus some tough garden gloves made of durable leather.

A pretty obelisk for hosting a vine,

And to welcome my visitors, a nice garden sign.

Lots of seeds to start sowing as wind and snow chill us,

And a winter-long stock of top-sized amaryllis,

A nice, lightweight spade that cuts soil like butter,

And a fancy new sprinkler that won’t squirt or sputter.

What else? Hmmm... a teak bench would be a nice gift,

And a charming fountain would give the fish pond a lift.

But if you're tired, dear Santa, and your feet have grown sore,

How about a gift certificate to my favorite garden store.

Adapted from an article that appeared originally at Chapters Online

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