... is for growing things.
For Christmas, John's sister gave me a gift certificate to White Flower Farm. This is a wonderful gift in itself, and I also enjoyed the wonders and delights of perusing the catalog to make my choice. Would I get an amaryllis? A hydrangea for the front flower bed? Lavender for the kitchen window sill?
I've always wanted a lime tree, so when I came to the citrus pages in the catalog, I really stopped to consider. The only downside was that I would have to be patient because citrus couldn't be shipped until the weather warmed up in April. I decided I could be a grown up and wait, so I ordered my lime tree.
It arrived last week, and I smelled the faintest scent of lime when I opened the box. I've been carrying it around the house, making sure it has a place in the sun as often as possible, just like making a welcome guest comfortable. I don't think I'll be getting out the vodka and tonic just yet, but hopefully it will have blossoms soon and I'll be anxiously awaiting my lime harvest.
I've always wanted a lime tree, so when I came to the citrus pages in the catalog, I really stopped to consider. The only downside was that I would have to be patient because citrus couldn't be shipped until the weather warmed up in April. I decided I could be a grown up and wait, so I ordered my lime tree.
It arrived last week, and I smelled the faintest scent of lime when I opened the box. I've been carrying it around the house, making sure it has a place in the sun as often as possible, just like making a welcome guest comfortable. I don't think I'll be getting out the vodka and tonic just yet, but hopefully it will have blossoms soon and I'll be anxiously awaiting my lime harvest.
What fun!!! And what a lovely gift. I'll look forward to seeing your blooms. Interesting that you got a hint of lime scent when you opened it.
ReplyDeleteYou lime tree will be a gift that keeps on giving! Watching it grow and the anticipation of waiting for the first lime will be a joy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun gift! Enjoy watching it grow!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic gift! And, I love how you are making your sweet (sour??) lime tree welcome in its new surroundings!
ReplyDeleteFUN! Mmmm. I love limes!!
ReplyDeleteI love this! Mojito, margarita, gin and tonic, PIE! What a great choice!
ReplyDeleteMy understanding is that lime trees smell heavenly, so I certainly hope yours does. This is a thoughtful gift from someone who knows you well. Congratulations on being adult enough to wait!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you made an excellent choice! Plant some cilantro and tomatoes and you'll have locally sources pico de gallo this summer!
ReplyDeleteNow THAT sounds perfect! I can't wait to see how your little lime grows!!! The smell must be so refreshing. :-)
ReplyDelete(I had a little lemon tree that I grew from a lemon seed. . . back in college. It grew like crazy, but never gave me a lemon.)
YAY you for being the grownup! I hope the tree appreciates your maturity and pays you back tenfold :-)
ReplyDeleteYou have such a green thumb. I hope the lime tree thrives. The green is lovely.
ReplyDeletelovely plant and what a wonderful gift to receive! It gives me an idea for my step mom.....
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