Chinese Siberian Elm A fast growing tree, these were planted by the thousands in the 1950’s when Dutch Elm disease ravaged the American Elms. Not a highly revered tree, but there are lots of them Relatively weak — note the scar where a limb has broken off From Wikipedia: “Many nurserymen and foresters mistakenly refer … Continue reading "August Challenge #4"
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Native to California and Oregon, one found it’s way to Longford, Tasmania. I cycle past this one any day I ride the Brompton to the shops – a couple of times a week to get papers and milk for Latte making. It’s looking it’s best at the moment. Also known as Silktassle Bush, you can … Continue reading "This one is a Garrya Elliptica"
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At 14,252 feet in elevation, White Mountain Peak in the White Mountains is the third highest summit in California. A long, rough, unpaved road (requiring four-wheel drive and high clearance) leads up from the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest visitor center several thousand feet to the University of California’s Barcroft Research Station at 12,470 feet. Normally … Continue reading "Bikes on White Mountain"
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