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
Ferns
Pokin’ round ‘mid ferns and mosses, Like a hop-tail or a snail, Somehow seems to lighten crosses Where my heart would elsewhere fail. … Continue reading
European Beech, Fagus sylvatica
I find joy in the cemetery trees. Their roots are in our hearts. In their leaves the soul Of another century is in ascension. -Rodney James Of all our cemetery trees, there are few that are more majestic, and beautiful, … Continue reading