Small problem. I have a neighbour who seems to be a copy cat of many things I am doing in my property. An example, a few weeks ago I ordered some gernamiums in three different colours. My workers then planted them in a nice row in the entrance to the gate. A week later huyooo, the neighbour had done the exact same thing. At first I dismissed it as a coincidence. Then it happened. I caught him! One morning I awoke and saw a haggard shadowy figure peeking over my fence. It was him. In his hand he had a notebook and was jotting down more ideas to steal. What to do with such a chap? Na si Kijana. Ni mzee bin mzee.

This is an opportunity to make a good friend. Invite him for tea and discuss various ways of beautifying your 'neighbourhood'.

BTW: Beauty lies in symmetry. Symmetry is accomplished through order. Hence you should actually encourage ALL your neighbours to copy what you are doing. The neighbouhood will become very beautiful.

An old adage goes...."Imitation is the best form of flattery".

at least he appreciates flowers some neighbors you have no idea how to start conversations with.

Next time get a few more plants than you need let him have the extra

Relax bro, most of the time we are other peoples heros and they dont have the energy to tell us that. Very soon you will hear from him.

Hata mimi nataka. Will plant 3 nice rows at the entrance. Better still....send us a picture of the entrance to your compound.....

You are a hero in his life. Be happy someone has noticed and appreciated your creative ability. Very few manage to master this intrinsic capacity.

Kila mahali papa. Hujaziona ? Any half decent flower and shrub seller barabarani will have them. But if you want the complicated varieties, colors etc, said florist should be located somewhere near the "leafy burbs" whether in DC, Karen, Kile, Lavi, etc.

Very funny. You would almost think the person is arranging their life around yours. If you move, they would die!