An American plum tree is currently leafing out
In the corner of my kitchen
It’s wrapped in a plastic bag
Nestled in moist peat moss or some such material
We’ll decide on a location, my wife and I, then plant it
That’s no easy choice, since this tree--a shrub, really
Puts down roots that spread widely
Into the surrounding soil
These roots bring new growth to the surface
Eventually forming a hedge
Placing a plum shouldn’t be taken lightly
Those roots make it hard to move.
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That last line. So much truth.
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Thank you for reading, and again, for hosting!
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Yes, we have to look into the future when we are planting roots today! Thanks, Tim.
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Not doing so is an easy mistake to make!
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There is more than meets the eye when planting something that will grow. I love the detail in this.
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Janice, thank you for reading, and for your comments. There is, indeed, more than meets the eye.
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