"not some knock kneed tree at the/end of your garden" Stunning.

Does "popped" apply to the man or to the flowers? Clarify by changing tense.

"bark bound babies" great job keeping up with the garden image

Do you really need "in spite of"? Look for where you can eliminate anything detracting from the focus.

Almost like a nursery rhyme at the end. :) Maybe you could accentuate that more?

Loved it.

Jules

"Love is staying mute all night with wide eyes open." I literally felt anxious after reading this line--it's terrifying! I mean that in a good way. :D