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The Humble Hackberry

The Humble Hackberry

Common hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) is one of our region’s most common forest trees, yet it often goes unrecognized.

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Dramatic and Delicious

Dramatic and Delicious

Elderberry offers beauty in the landscape and flavor at the table July 2026 by Steve Carroll, Contributing Columnist If you are interested in a shrub that has attractive flowers, conspicuous fruit and the prospects for enjoyment at the dinner table, consider the...

The Nut You Didn’t Notice

The Nut You Didn’t Notice

The American hazelnut is one of the season’s earliest, and most easily overlooked, blooms.

The Pawpaw

The Pawpaw

Why am I writing about one of my favorite trees only now, nearly five years into my Branching Out series?

American Beech

American Beech

Beech is a critical part of our eastern forests.

Magnolias

Magnolias

Spectacular trees all year long April 2025 by Steve Carroll, Contributing Columnist Magnolias are justly admired for their striking, fragrant spring flowers. While red maple, serviceberry and other trees bloom earlier, a magnolia on your property likely takes center...

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