You may have read my recent posts about the many storms the UK and other countries have been experiencing. The winds were certainly very strong and a lot of trees were blown over/knocked down. In many areas of the UK the clear up is still continuing as more rain and strong winds have again caused problems. It is my hope that the trees will be replaced because as Elizabeth Pennisi writes:
"Rare and ancient trees are key to a healthy forest.
image from google
About 800 years ago, a giant oak tree in England’s Sherwood Forest helped shelter Robin Hood from the corrupt sheriff of Nottingham. Though the tale is likely a myth, the tree is not: It still stands as one of the world’s oldest oaks.
Such ancient trees—some dating back more than 3000 years—are key to the survival of their forests, new research shows. Rare trees—some so scarce scientists have yet to find them—are also critical to forest health, another new study reveals.
Such ancient trees—some dating back more than 3000 years—are key to the survival of their forests, new research shows. Rare trees—some so scarce scientists have yet to find them—are also critical to forest health, another new study reveals.
In oak forests, where most trees live less than 100 years, the ancient ones survive to almost 1000; with longer lived bristlecone pines, ancient trees can exceed 3000 years.
In all, the world hosts approximately 73,000 tree species, of which about 9000 have yet to be named and catalogued."
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35 comments:
Hay que cuidar los bosque y los arboles antiguos. Te mando un beso.
...losing a beautiful old tree is always unfortunate!
Oh, my. What a tree! We are lucky to live in CAlif. and its Red woods. Trees are incredible.
Very informative post. I had no idea trees could live that long, but I know the redwoods in California are very old. Thanks for sharing this, Jan.
Astonishing how long ancient trees can live. We have lots of trees where I live. You may be interested
In reading aboyt this asian long horned beetle that was a threat to our maple trees in Ontario, Canada
https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/our-natural-resources/forests/wildland-fires-insects-disturbances/top-forest-insects-and-diseases-canada/asian-longhorned-beetle/13369
I like in an oak forest, with a few other trees thrown in like maples. And a few birch and pine too. I enjoy living with trees myself also. Happy weekend!
Здравствуйте! С интересом прочитала Вашу информацию! Такие деревья, жаль, когда они погибают.
We don't have oak tree here.
Coffee is on and stay safe
We have many trees where I live in British Columbia. They are largely conifers, with some of the cedars reaching grand old ages. It's important to protect the old-growth trees.
Very interesting post, trees are so vital for our life and wellbeing. Have a great weekend, hugs, Valerie
It's always sad to see all the trees down after a storm, there's been a lot of damage over the last couple of weeks.
oak tree is pronounced here "bor" tree and we have lot specially in northern part
i have only neem tree here in my front yard and i think is member of the family to me as looking at him makes my day :)
blessings!
So sad that such old trees have been damaged.
Hello,
It is sad to see the big old trees coming down. We have had a few wind storms, trees are blocking our fire road trails. The biscuits look yummy.
Have a happy weekend!
Cool about the oak tree in Sherwood Forest. I thought the great oak was part of the Robin Hood myth, too.
I always hate to see trees blown down. In the past, all my homes have had huge trees, a necessity here in my usually hot climate. My current home, however, had no trees and I'm planting them as fast as I can!
I do have trees and I dearly love them. It hurts when one is blown down or worse, torn out for development. A wonderful and very interesting post. Happy Weekend, Jan.
Fantastic image of that tall oak! Interesting information about Robin Hood legend.
I like almond and orange biscuits.
A dear blogging friend has just sent me an impressive picture of the flood in the UK.
Take care!
We had a very large pine tree topple over close to our former home in VA, and luckily it fell away from the house. Now, living on the 5th floor of a former textile mill we do not have any tree toppling concerns. Sadly, I have seen photos of many trees toppling in the recent UK storms and floods.
I was looking at oak trees today covered in hoarfrost. It rarely happens here.
oaks and birches are my favorite trees. Seen many fallen trees the past weeks. But in the forest, not in the city. I always feel sorry when I see one. But if the center of the tree is more or less rotten, it was the time for the tree to go. Good though nobode stood it it´s way. :)
I went and looked up the giant Oak of Sherwood...it is awesome. We have trees...I love watching them through the seasons.
We have some old oaks in Indianapolis.
The 400-year-old Temple Oak: https://www.wfyi.org/news/articles/neighborhood-rallies-around-temple-oak
The 200-yead-old Nowland Oak, with its own mini-park that I helped with: https://www.kibi.org/blog/springdale-greenspace-nowland-oak
More beautiful trees: https://www.google.com/maps/@39.7888752,-86.0924902,3a,75y,234.63h,109.02t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sCTEh_o5ukusj6qVfwuEiRw!2e0!7i13312!8i6656
Sadly, my neighborhood lost a few huge trees in storms last summer. But Indy is in the middle of a long-term project to plant 10,000 trees: https://www.citizensenergygroup.com/Our-Company/Our-Projects/DigIndy-Related-Projects/10-Thousand-Trees
That tree is massive and beautiful. We live in the woods and are surrounded by trees. :)
wow, hope your weather calms down. Interesting article about the trees and I'm following the links you posted. Thanks.
So sad to hear about your storms and all the damage. I always feel so bad when I see the trees blown over. It takes them so long to grow and then in one instant they are gone. The oak tree is amazing. We have many, many trees here, but oak is not native here, unfortunately. I hope you don't have any more storms. The biscuits look delicious. x K
I love trees and it is sad to see them lost due to the wind.
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J.P. Alexander said...
You have to take care of the forest and the old trees. I send you a kiss
Людмила Кишкунова said...
Hello! I read your information with interest! Such trees, it's a pity when they die.
MANY THANKS
Saying thanks to everyone for sharing your thoughts and comments on this post, they are always lovely to receive, read and share with readers.
Thank you also to Christine and Lori for the links in your comments, they are appreciated.
All the best Jan
i found this to be fascinating, i am a tree hugger you could say. i had no idea that not all trees had names. what a beautiful, perfectly shaped tree!!
our bakery sells those cookies and they are fabulous!!!
The storms in Northern Europe have been on the news here.
It's sad when ancient trees are lost due to storms.
Enjoy your week Jan
Those biscuits look delicious!
Trees are vital as you say and those that are killed during storms need to be replaced, but just as importantly they need to be looked after properly. Too many trees are planted and then left, and if their supports aren't loosened the tree will die.
It's so sad to see the beautiful big trees fall down, or worse cut down. We have seen a few come down here too. As we all know the weather has been more severe lately
I've missed so many posts, must catch up. I see so many articles and recipes I need to check out. Thanks Jan!
The authorities who control our parks and public places have untrained minds and lack environmental awareness, attitudes that tell them everything must be "tidy". So many older and unkempt trees are wildlife havens for all manner of birds, animals and insects. These people need to loosen up and then learn to listen and take advice from both amateur and professional experts in many disciplines.
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