When is a garden more than a garden?

Several years ago we decided to make a larger garden in our “side” yard.  Due to the odd shaped lot, a bunch of other factors and a wetland buffer zone, the side yard is also part of our front.  We live on a busy two lane road so the amount of traffic is very high and sadly increasing each year.  

 Each year we set up the garden and we learn a little more, we get a variety of results and some fresh vegetables.   One unexpected result is each year I have several people tell me that our garden has motivated them to try gardening.  People have stopped to ask me about the garden and I know others have taken an interest and watch our progress each season.  One reason I keep the garden as large as it is even when we are very busy is to make sure there is a wall of green that people see each day as they go down the road.  
   
  Has anyone else found their gardens being inspiration or motivations for others?

Duane said, "Has anyone else found their gardens being inspiration or motivations for others?

I am not sure my garden has inspired others though I find it inspirational and calming.  I love sitting on our porch and looking at the butterflies dipping down to partake of my blue sage.

I have seen quite a few monarchs this year.

Dear hubby's garden did inspire me to plant my butterfly garden.