James, my hubby thinks and acts the same way, my worst critic actually, sometimes so frustrating. Eventually I have learned to ignore his comments, and point out to him what happened when I followed his thinking. He did manage to kill some of my plants when I was away one time, he does not comprehend the variance in temperatures and dormancy stuff..in his mind all my plants needs direct full sun and daily watering. I constantly remind him, I do not bother him with his computers and gadgets..so don't bother my plants..a good compromise.
He does enjoy seeing the blooms of my plants, especially the orchids blooming indoors during winter and early Spring. He used to lament it when I start bringing in my plants for winter, or when I have to position some plants near the window, thinking it blocks the window..it was a batter of wills indeed!
I have taught him to appreciate the plants more by attending plant shows..and eventually he is the one reminding me to schedule our trips at this time in Spring.
