Bird in Tree Enjoying the Rain, © B. Radisavljevic |
The tree itself is dormant. It's supposed to be an apricot tree, but it's never had a blossom in twenty years. It shades my roses in summer and probably robs them of nutrients and water. My mom planted it wanting apricots, and either she was wrong about the type of tree or there is no tree nearby to cross-pollinate it. She may have thought one was not needed. There are plenty of bees, so lack of pollinators is not the problem.
I have almost had this tree removed many times, but have not yet been able to afford the cost of having it done. Removing our pine tree, which was in front of it, was fairly expensive. I'd rather put a smaller tree here that does produce fruit. I'm glad, though, that the tree was here for my friend with feathers today.
Below is a bird whose photo I took in another tree during another gray winter day. This magnet can be customized with an inspirational text or left as is.
Barbara, I'm a big birder person so I liked this image and post very much. Also, it's very timely as yesterday was National Bird Day!
ReplyDeleteDan, what a happy coincidence. I had no idea yesterday was national bird day. Thanks for cluing me in.
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