Category Archives: survivals
Failing Specimen Arbutus Tree
Seven years ago I blogged about an impressive arbutus tree in what was once a relatively untouched part of campus off Agronomy Road near Main Mall. It was a splendid tree, lush, large, and magnificent. The same tree is greatly … Continue reading
Culturally Modified Trees
All along the BC coast and throughout the interior of the province evidence of ancient human practices can be found. One of the most intriguing is the result of the everyday Indigenous practice of harvesting red cedar bark. Cedar bark … Continue reading
Pine trees on Thunderbird Blvd
There used to be a fine row of pine trees growing along Thunderbird Blvd and Eagles Drive. One tree remains at the corner of the Formwerks townhouse development that stands there now. For years prior to the townhouses my partner … Continue reading