Saturday, March 7, 2015

The Tree 2015 #2

This is the second in the series – The Tree – Scotch Pine
In the posting last month (February), some of the basic information on this special tree was written: when planted, where planted, why planted, plant information and special design and trim information, etc.

The Scotch Pine in its full "glory".

This month, special attention is being paid to the bark of the Scotch Pine.  Look at the texture and color.  Those are attributes that add interest to this pine here at the Gardens at Waters East.  Since it is located in the Asian Patio Garden where the dinning table in that patio is so close to the tree – visitors get to see up close the beauty and interesting patterns of the trunk of this Scotch Pine.



 interesting branching


 The only pinecone on the tree this winter.


 The same area - before the Scotch Pine was planted.

This is a photo taken this afternoon - March 7, 2015

As the Spring and Summer progress, you will see the numerous and various planting that cluster about the base of this tree and surrounding area.  Photos of these plants will be in upcoming postings.

For now, enjoy the detail of the bark.

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4 comments:

  1. Great tree to follow! I've always enjoyed the shape and the bark of Scotch Pines. Glad to hear that spring is finally starting to move into our neighborhood. :)

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  2. Great tree to follow! I've always enjoyed the shape and the bark of Scotch Pines. Glad to hear that spring is finally starting to move into our neighborhood. :)

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  3. Lovely pictures. Taking the time to study the texture of the bark is a fascinating thing to do.

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