Most recognized for its smooth white-gray bark, and well known for the bright yellow fall color, the Quaking Aspen is a sight to see! The tree’s natural range is on of the widest of all trees in North America. Frequently growing at elevation above 5,000 feet. Scientific Name: Populus tremuloides Family: Salicaceae (Willow) Common Names: … Continue reading Quaking Aspen- Tree Talk Tuesday
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Ponderosa Pine- Tree Talk Tuesday
Leaves of three, leave it be! That familiar phrase taught me to recognize (and avoid!) poison ivy, and poison oak. This weeks tree has tufts of needles on the ends of its branches. This tuft has many clusters of three leaves (needles), called fascicles. Fascicles are a-okay! This weeks tree is the Ponderosa Pine! Scientific … Continue reading Ponderosa Pine- Tree Talk Tuesday
Bebb Willow- Tree Talk Tuesday
While many families are out visiting as many National Parks as possible this summer, I know many are also having great summers spending time at their local parks as well. And guess what? That is amazing! Whether traveling far and wide, or staying close to home… kiddos are spending time outside exploring nature, and I … Continue reading Bebb Willow- Tree Talk Tuesday
American Sweetgum – Tree Talk Tuesday
The official start of summer is almost here! Kids are out of school, and vacations are in full swing. The lakes, rivers, and beaches are busy. Campgrounds are bustling with laughter and the sounds of crackling campfires. Before we know it, we will be celebrating Independence Day. The 4th of July. All things RED, WHITE, … Continue reading American Sweetgum – Tree Talk Tuesday
Tulip Tree – Tree Talk Tuesday
Have you ever been taking a springtime walk in the woods and seen a strange tulip-like flower laying on the forest floor? Did you ever think that it could have fallen from 70’ above? Yea, strange right? The tree for this Tree Talk Tuesday is the Tulip Tree. Sometimes this tree is known as the … Continue reading Tulip Tree – Tree Talk Tuesday
Eastern Redbud Tree – Tree Talk Tuesday
On this Tree Talk Tuesday, discover the Eastern Redbud!
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