Mother Nature

We, as gardeners, like to think we are in control of our domain. But we aren't. That's a myth. Mother nature is in control. And sometimes she plants trees where she wants.

Doesn't matter what we think.

For example. Mother Nature deposited this tiny seed right next to our little pond. Prince Charming insisted we leave it right where Mother Nature planted it. Now, several years later, this tulip tree is a perfect addition to the pond, providing the perfect amount of shade for this area. And the best part, it was free. Thank you, Mother Nature.

Mother Nature wasn't quite so picky as to where she placed this buckeye tree. And see that other "tree trunk"? My sister, Carol thinks that might actually be from the old grape vine that our dad had growing along this fence back in the 70's.

If you look closely, you can kind of see the vine snaking up through the trees.

Isn't this cool? I never noticed the buckeye blooming before. If only Mother Nature had depositing this seedling in the middle of the yard rather than in the back corner hidden by other trees and "stuff".

Here's another Mother Nature dirty trick.

Depositing this red bud tree in such a way that it is forced to grow through the fence. I have tried and tried to kill this thing. I tried to trim it back to the point I was sure it would die. BUT, it persevered, coming back stronger than ever. I probably should have chopped it down, but it's position by and through the fence and in the corner of the house would make it pretty difficult to use a saw on this tree. PLUS, I find it hard to think of cutting down a perfectly good tree that has battled so hard to stay alive. It would be damaging to my soul.

Besides, it's kind of pretty peaking out there from under the eaves, don't you think?

So Mother Nature. I surrender. You may take control. But be nice, please?