Happy Arbor Day!

My Redbud tree bloomed this year for the first time. I grew it from seed collected on Cleveland Avenue, which has many Redbuds. Germination involved boiling water (how does Mother Nature do it without a kettle?).

 I wrote about "My Little Redbud Tree" four years ago, when it was a seedling. Last year, it was taller than me and I am just thrilled to see these flowers, that emerge before the heart-shaped leaves!

Plant propagation has been one of my interests for more than 30 years, but this is my first success with a tree. I recommend learning how to "grow your own" as both fun and a way to save money.

--Bernice

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