[RP TownTalk] Pepco Tree Program

[bob smith]

Wow Al Spain, you suddenly made me recall Al Camus' discussion of
Sisyphus but with a set of sticks rather than a rock! Seriously great
description! Thank you for helping me manage my expectations, and
perhaps contain my disappointment.

If the same happens here, I will consider planting the box too.
Thanks again, this is great but sad information.
bob smith


On 4/3/16 9:16 AM, Al Spain wrote:
> I did this program last year.  Hopefully, I will not burst anyone's
> fantasy. The basic facts.
> 
> I envisioned a tree similar to what the town plants on the curbs,
> already established with some basic foliage, small, but you know, a
> tree.  I diligently planned for my trees by utilizing Pepco's website
> tree locator. I had utilities check for gas lines. I researched tree
> planting, talked to Behnke's for an hour, purchased a few different
> bags, mixed to the right percentages, and amended my soil. I tracked my
> shipment with anticipation of two trees waiting on my porch steps. 
> 
> A long, narrow box arrived. It was approximately 4" x 4" x 5'.  Inside
> were two sticks with tap roots. One was broken. I called the problem
> hotline to report the other broken stick. The contact person seemed
> confused but said someone would be in touch.  No one was ever in touch.
> 
> I faithfully planted my other stick in the amended soil.  Charlie
> Brown's Christmas tree was an Amazonian jungle plant in comparison.
> 
> I watered all summer. 
> 
> I was gently mocked. 
> 
> My stick died and was composted. 
> 
> Pepco got some good PR. 
> 
> Happy Arbor Day!
> 
> 
> 
>     Hi All,
> 
>     To anyone who has done this program in the past, are the trees
>     shipped or dropped off to you or do you have the option of picking
>     them up?
> 
>     Thanks so much!
>     Andrew
> 
> 
> 
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