The Sweetgum tree has such interesting spring buds as shown in this photo by Martin LaBar, Flickr
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| Sweetgum bud, opened, showing both new leaves and flowers a photo by Martin LaBar on Flickr. |
I write "A Year With the Trees" to bring an awareness to the world about the importance of trees to the future of our planet. Planting and being stewards of trees native to where you live is of vital importance for the health of animals, insects, birds, all life, including our own. I am studying the trees that are native to Southern Appalachia, where I live. This blog illustrates 92 trees and why we need to be responsible to keep native plant communities alive and well.
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| Sweetgum bud, opened, showing both new leaves and flowers a photo by Martin LaBar on Flickr. |
October 28, 2026 Today’s tree is the Rosebay Rhododendron. The leaves today are spectacular in western North Carolina. Rosebay is calling m...