Highlighting the difference in bark patterns between Prunus pensylvanica (this observation) and Betula lenta (next observation). One doesn't often get to see examples of these two species of similar size in such close proximity.
I have seen some young saplings of Prunus pensylvanica in this area.
Highlighting the difference in bark patterns between Betula lenta (this observation) and Prunus pensylvanica (previous observation). One doesn't often get to see examples of these two species of similar size in such close proximity.
There were catkins visible on the upper branches, although my last two photos don't show them clearly.
Indian Brook Park
Colchester Pond Natural Area
Indian Brook Park
Indian Brook Park
Colchester Pond Natural Area