Native Tree Society BBS

Hi Jim,
Just noticed this post. That White Pine sounds amazing! I make it up to North Georgia every month or two and would love to measure this tree. Feel free to email me if you want: eli_dickerson@yahoo.com

The new tuliptree and white oak sound very impressive. I think Overton Park in Memphis is the only place where I've seen a comparable forest grown white oak. Jess Jess- this White Oak blew me away. The bole was the most impressive I've seen anywhere. Virtually no taper. 1st branch about 70-80 up. B...

Wow- 99' is amazing! That grove in Roswell is so neat. The bloodroot was already blooming and I could barely take a step without crushing it. Also the hepatica was still in full bloom- just gorgeous. I was surprised to see the Bigleafs both on the shady and sunny sides of the slope. Of course it wil...

Will, there's GOT to be taller Tulips in Aville, right? Having a Pignut Hickory at the top is unexpected, but they do get quite tall.

Steve- your list is quite impressive! I was surprised to see only one Oak species though and is there no White Pine in your area? BTW- our few Cottonwood trees in riparian areas are about 125' max as well. The Beech, Hickory, Tuliptree, and Red Oak are amazingly tall for your latitude! Bob- I think ...

Good Lord that's cold! It's been spring-like here in Atlanta for almost a month. Wildflowers are up and many trees are flowering and leafing out. Can't remember the last frost or freeze we had. Dry and 60's/70's until today when it was a brisk 44 degrees :) If I've learned anything from tree hunting...

That's it. I'm very fortunate to work in that forest. A great spot to visit- very little visitation. Kind of a hidden gem.

Found another wonderful tuliptree today. City champion at 354.5 Big Tree Points . Second documented tree in Atlanta city limits over 160'- this one came in at 166' tall x 14' 3.5" CBH , and 69' average spread. Simply amazing for an urban tree, though it was in a forested riparian buffer. Also found ...

I wanted to not believe the hype about this tree for some reason, but alas I have to agree with you. The Angel Oak is truly the most beautiful oak tree I've ever seen. I try to visit everytime I see family in Charleston.

Dan- if you or anyone else plan to visit the Atlanta area I could give you a shortlist (or long list) of amazing greenspaces with numerous champion trees. Many of these spots I found out about from other people, so I'm always happy to share these "secrets".