The beautiful Hydrangea flower plant is so recognizable due to its large round clusters of flower blossoms that resemble pompoms. One interesting fact about these plants is that they are mildly toxic with all parts of it containing cyanide. In some cultures it is smoked as an intoxicant. It is mostly used as an ornamental adornment to landscapes. Its most common color is white, but soil acidity can cause them to be other colors. Acidic soils may cause them to be blue, whereas alkaline soil may make them pink or even red.

This poem is a Tanka. It follows the 5-7-5-7-7 format. I added a touch of rhyme and alliteration which is not typical of japanese formulas, but was not prohibited in this contest.

The picture is a photograph taken by the author.

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