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Prince Louis Discovers Passion for Gardening, Following in His Family’s Green Thumb
Prince Louis, the youngest son of Prince William and Princess Catherine, has reportedly developed a love for gardening, a hobby shared by many members of his family, including his mother and King Charles.
The cheeky prince's growing interest in gardening and nature showcases his rapid growth at the tender age of five.
It seems that Catherine has successfully passed on her love for the outdoors to all three of her children, creating a family bond over their shared passion.
Notably, Prince Louis is not the only one in the family with a green thumb.
Their hands-on grandmother, Carol Middleton, also tends to the gardens for her royal grandchildren, further nurturing their love for plants and nature.
Catherine has shared sweet anecdotes about her little boy's affinity for flowers, revealing that Louis adores the scent of flowers and enjoys spending time in the garden since he was just one year old.
After a long day at his prestigious Lambrook school in Windsor, Louis finds solace in the outdoors, using it as a means to release his energy.
In support of Children's Hospice Week, Princess Catherine recently participated in planting a garden at the Nook in Norfolk.
During this engagement, she proudly spoke about Louis inheriting her green thumb, mentioning how the children are thoroughly enjoying growing their sunflowers.
In fact, Louis claims to be winning the sunflower-growing competition, which has caused a bit of grumpiness from his older brother, George.
In May, Louis joined his siblings in volunteering at the Big Help Out event, where people were encouraged to contribute to their communities in celebration of the coronation of Charles III and his wife, Camilla.
During this event, Louis had a hands-on experience operating a digger with his father.
He sat on his father's lap, expertly maneuvering the mechanical arm to grab a bucket full of soil and dumping it onto a heap.
Later, the young prince took charge of filling a wheelbarrow with builder's sand and skillfully wheeled it himself.
During a surprise appearance at the Chelsea Flowers show, Catherine mentioned that Louis has been growing sunflowers at school.
She marveled at how quickly they grow, comparing them to broad beans and their rapid growth.
In a recent podcast hosted by Mike Tindall, Princess Catherine shared new insights into her children.
When asked if their competitiveness is inherited, she explained that each child has their own unique temperament and interests.
As they explore different sports, it will be fascinating to witness their growth and development.
Catherine also revealed that Charlotte, in particular, plays rugby and football at school, sports that were not available during her own schooling years.
She expressed joy in seeing young girls participating in these types of sports.
During a visit to Maidenhan Rugby Club in June, the Princess disclosed that she frequently engages in rugby matches with her children.
According to Nigel Gillingham, President of the Rugby Football Union, Charlotte exhibits the same competitive spirit as her mother.
Prince William's wife, known for her athleticism, emphasized that her parents, Carol and Michael Middleton, have always encouraged physical activity and team sports.
Catherine herself played field hockey during her school days and continues to enjoy swimming.
Prince Louis' newfound passion for gardening not only brings joy to his family but also highlights the importance of nurturing a love for nature and the outdoors from a young age.
As he continues to grow, it will be exciting to see how his green thumb flourishes alongside his siblings' individual interests and talents.