Myrtle

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I gazed at the plant several times. A small myrtle topiary. Perfectly shaped with its foliage in a ball atop its stem.
I was warned. A hard plant to keep alive. On the other hand, water as needed and keep it by a window and it should be fine. A challenge.
Finally, after several visits, I took “Myrtle” home.
Sunshine and water. She seemed fine.
Then I noticed a little change. Leaves fell. Small leaves curled. Water, mist. Revival seemed increasingly unlikely.
Time to let go?

Comments

Fred Klein

Try moving it to sun and fertilizer
Daniel Schwartz

Plants can be tricky. A change is necessary in your daily ritual. More sun usually helps.
Tessa Marquis

My motto is: "No Pets, No Plants, No Kids. Nothing I can accidentally kill."
I love everyone else's, to make up for my refusal to participate.

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