Horticulture Highlight: Abies balsamea, balsam fir
little tree little silent Christmas tree you are so little you are more like a flower who found you in the green forest and were you very sorry to come away? see I will comfort you because you smell so … Continue reading
Juniperus virginiana, Eastern redcedar

In many an old country graveyard, one may still come across Juniperus virginiana, Eastern redcedar. Continue reading
Bristlecone Pine, Pinus aristata

Up in the mountains that edge the Great Basin it was whispered to me by the oldest of trees. By the Oldest of Beings the Oldest of Trees Bristlecone Pine…. – Gary Snyder Many … Continue reading
Panicle Hydrangea, Hydrangea paniculata

It was late in September when you took me To that amazing garden, hidden in the city, Tranquil and complicated as an open hand, … … Continue reading