The vine, named Barbara after my mum of course, has a sturdy stem so I’m not worried about wind damage today. Just as well because Gemma lives up on a ridge which is exposed to the elements. Today, the two new leaves have been joined by two more small ones and two of the lower buds have also burst open and are showing green leaf. I’m over the moon!
I’ve tried several times to take cuttings, both from my mum’s vine and from mine but with absolutely no success! Next year I’m going to have more serious attempts, as it would be nice for other members of the family to share something from it.
We’re now thinking of digging up a pear tree from mum’s garden, something else that I bought her. It’s only been there about four years but hasn’t done very well and may do better in Gemma’s.
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