Heatwaves in France Damage Beloved Flowers at Monet’s Gardens
Gardeners at the painter’s home and garden in Giverny said that nasturtiums will have to be replanted for next year’s bloom.
A series of devastating heatwaves sweeping across France has left a lasting mark on Claude Monet's garden at his cherished home in Giverny. The Impressionist painter's beloved nasturtiums, which line the main alley of the gardens, have suffered significant damage due to the extreme conditions. Rémi Lecoutre, deputy head gardener, expressed his sorrow over the loss, stating that it was the first time such extensive heat damage had occurred.
The entire stock of multicolored blossoms had withered under the intense heat, bright sunshine, and ongoing drought. In an email to Hyperallergic, a spokesperson for Monet's house and gardens mentioned that the flowers would need to be replanted, but assured that they would bloom again next year. The spokesperson emphasized the effectiveness of the garden's nighttime automatic watering system, which irrigates at ground level, thereby reducing water loss.
Despite the tragic loss, the main alley of the gardens remains a sight to behold, speckled with vibrant flowers and lush leaves.
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