Gardening as a hobby exciting appears
Except that I have a strong (not unfounded) fear
Of killing all plants left under my care
I don’t have a green thumb, and even the most hardy plant is not spared
Either I forget to water them or flood them inadvertently
The growth expected from a plant I never see
On my watch only weeds seem to grow
I am lazy about pulling them out, and so
The desirable plants do not survive
While the weeds in all their glory thrive
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If I had a green thumb I would cultivate
Plants that would fill up most of my plate
Seasonal fruits and vegetables, pesticide-free
Would grow prolifically in my nursery
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Books on gardening I have tried to read
I have tried to plant both saplings and seeds
I have tried to grow indoor plants too
But raising plants is something I can’t seem to do
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I still want to my own vegetables one day
But for now, I’ve let that dream wither away
Let me get from farmers’ markets fresh produce
It’s better than letting plants wither on my watch, I’ve deduced
Passion...unbridled 