ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Ralph Hancock (landscape gardener)

Ralph Hancock is a man who likes to make outdoor spaces look nice. Imagine a big yard or a big park, with lots of grass, flowers, and trees. Ralph is like a superhero who helps make those places look beautiful.

He starts by looking at the space and figuring out what plants will grow well there. Some plants like lots of sun, while others like lots of shade. He also thinks about what colors would look nice and which plants will bloom at different times of the year.

Then Ralph gets to work. He digs holes in the ground and puts the plants in carefully. He waters them and makes sure they have enough nutrients to grow big and strong. He also mows the grass and trims the bushes to make everything look nice and tidy.

Sometimes, Ralph works with other people who want to make changes to their outdoor space. He listens to what they want and helps them come up with ideas for how to make it happen. He might add a path, a fountain, or some benches to a park.

In the end, Ralph's hard work pays off. People who visit the outdoor space he has worked on enjoy it more because it feels peaceful and beautiful. They might have a picnic, read a book, or just sit and enjoy the scenery. And Ralph gets to feel proud that he helped make it a special place.