We Has A Tree!

Look!

Our very first tree!

We have other trees, but the south side of our house has been bare since we moved in and this is the first tree we have planted. We hope he grows big and strong and provides us with shade and protection.

Eventually, I'd like to remove about a three to four foot area of grass around the tree and fill it in with a rock and flower garden. But for now, this will do. It adds a bit of interest to this otherwise open space and there is enough room around the tree to have a decorative light and to plant a few colorful flowers.

Mr. Turtle here will provide strength, longevity and endurance for Mr. Tree. And he's awfully adorable.

Good luck Mr. Tree!

And a big thanks to Trevor, Eric and Kim for the help getting this baby planted! Great hole-digging skills, guys!