*My* cherry tree's droppings have covered pathways, she says proudly. The tree is taller than the house. So far the birds have gotten to everything first and all I have is stems and the occasional small green unripe.

It's not like I'm a fan of lettuce that much, which goes to seed if you turn your back on it, rather like basil. It's just the idea of growing *something.* Should plant zucchini in that case...