Sunday, 9 November 2008

Field Maple


This is a fine example of Acer campestre,just around the corner from my house. Its quite impressive, towering over the houses nearby yet no-one pays it any heed.

Friday, 24 October 2008

Large garden conifer


I spotted this magnificent specimen in a front garden in St. Cuthbert's Place near the town. Its possibly Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa.)

Monday, 4 August 2008

Mature Pear Tree



This old pear tree was found on a trip to Preston Park in Stockton,North Yorkshire. Part of a museum,the grounds also house Butterfly World.