What is a Weed?

by Donald Culross Peattie

What is a weed?

I've heard it said that there are 60 definitions.

For me, a weed is a plant out of place.

 

 

 

 

 

Notes:

Donald Culross Peattie was born on this day in Chicago in 1898.
Peattie was regarded as the most-read nature writer in America during his time.


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