This miniature garden displayed by Georgetown Home & Garden at the AmericasMart January market took a western twist on whimsy. The gnome sports cowboy boots, and instead of a horse, a horned toad wears a saddle. Sand, bones and barrels help complete the look, meant to inspire kids and gardeners who are interested in the small scale gardening hobby but aren’t into fairies.
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