Wow,..gardening wise your DH received a good tip and then you picking some up from that guy on the side of the road was a bonus,..i remember mine was not cheap at all when it was about 12 inches high,..when October arrived i could either leave mine outside well under cover or take it indoors,..i did the latter,..below is a shot of it just before i took it inside,..stunning leaves,..so i hope yours turn out likewise,..if you have any after the winter,..oh your house should have character being 1901 vintage alas repairs take time and we all strive to do it quick as if there were important visits arriving lol.
