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Lettuces growing in mini-cloches made from plastic bottles, close-up
Filename: 955_27_50535903.jpg
Size: 3687 x 4551 (7.6MB)
Date: 14th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Author: Peter Anderson
Source: Universal Images Group
© Dorling Kindersley/UIG
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Lettuces growing in mini-cloches made from plastic bottles, close-up
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Media ID 9536403
© Dorling Kindersley/UIG
Bottle Cloche Differential Focus Gardening Gardening Equipment Growth In A Row Lettuce Plastic Protection Resourceful Vegetable Garden
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this close-up photo, we witness a remarkable display of resourcefulness and ingenuity in the world of gardening. Lettuces, vibrant and lush, thrive within mini-cloches ingeniously crafted from plastic bottles. The image showcases a row of these makeshift protective structures standing tall in a vegetable garden under the open sky. The vertical composition allows us to appreciate the meticulous alignment of each bottle cloche, creating an aesthetically pleasing pattern that emphasizes both growth and order. With differential focus applied skillfully by photographer Peter Anderson, our attention is drawn to the intricate details of the lettuces themselves – their delicate leaves reaching towards sunlight with unwavering determination. This photograph serves as a testament to human adaptability and sustainable practices. By repurposing discarded plastic bottles into functional cloches, these ingenious gardeners have found an innovative solution for protecting their crops while reducing waste. It highlights how small-scale actions can make significant contributions towards environmental preservation. As we gaze upon this scene devoid of people but brimming with life-giving potential, we are reminded of the beauty that lies within nature's bounty. This image encapsulates not only the essence of successful gardening but also inspires us to explore creative ways in which we can nurture our planet while reaping its rewards - one lettuce at a time.
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