Strong winds and hail hit during a thunderstorm on August 31, probably the most damaged trees on this Oasis in one event. Most of the Apples fell from the trees prematurely. To preserve the harvest, I have had to start dehydrating the fallen apples. Basswoods quickly were demolished. The large Black Cherry above was uprooted […]
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2009 Fall Colors
Norway Spruce, Ponderosa Pine, and White Oak are lined up. Red Oaks are easily spotted in the naked forest.
Brown Bur Oak
Some old Bur Oaks(Quercus macrocarpa) have been dying lately from disease, possibly from Bur Oak Blight. They are making room for young trees to take their place.