Polk County Master Gardeners’ August Yard of the Month

Article by Becky Thornton, Master Gardener Yard of the Month committee chairperson

Photos by Lena Day, Master Gardener Yard of the month committee member

Polk County Master Gardeners were proud to present John and Deb Edwards of 1406 Oak Grove St. with a certificate for Yard of the

Month for August 2023.

John is the one who does the work and Deb is the one who enjoys the beautiful yard. They have lived in this home for 23 years. It has been a continuous work of love. John has collected plants from many places, including Texas.

The entrance to their home is a beautiful patio with many varieties of flowers and greenery, not to mention a stone pathway and seating area.

The backyard is especially beautiful with many varieties of plants, including a huge oak leaf hydrangea, it is breathtaking.

The front yard has a large selection of plants and bushes. The side yard has flowers, cucumbers and peppers, also a rose bush from his grandmother’s yard.

His yard also is adorned with big, beautiful trees.

We thank you John and Deb for keeping a beautiful yard to help keep Mena beautiful and for all of your hard work.