tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post3677253856890342137..comments2024-02-06T16:57:42.394-05:00Comments on The Queen of Seaford: Tuesday's Tree- Hackberry and SugarberryJanet, The Queen of Seafordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-68455121173002541212013-01-16T03:27:32.871-05:002013-01-16T03:27:32.871-05:00I've been trying to find out if i got a "...I've been trying to find out if i got a "witch hazel tree" the leaves look the same as witch hazel tree leaves but the stem and branches are zig zag this tree i have has to be around a year or 2 years old its not that big at all the new branches are a light green color then turn a tan color as they get older, <br /><br />i thought it was a cherry tree at first because i planted a bunch of the seeds in the pot and put it outside but being outside a bird could have left a seed in the pot and now im wondering what kind of tree i have in my pot, <br /><br />if this isn't a cherry tree it has to be a witch hazel tree or shrub i have seen some other tree i think elm or something with zig zag stems but the leaves don't look like elm tree leaves they look like witch hazel tree leaves with a zig zag stem the leaf shape is heart shaped and is serrated the underside of the leaf is light green the top is green and smooth or kind of shinny and it has spots on the stem as well but those are hard to even notice and when i transplanted it, it had small roots and its not a Hackberry tree because of the leaf.<br /><br />www.painter_in_oils_925@yahoo.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-91513350979980171212012-09-16T10:15:37.162-04:002012-09-16T10:15:37.162-04:00Les, it is an amazing tree. I know on my MG trip ...Les, it is an amazing tree. I know on my MG trip the Hackberry was said with a little disdain. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-28400009098319801882012-09-16T10:14:26.020-04:002012-09-16T10:14:26.020-04:00Donna, you probably have seen this tree and not re...Donna, you probably have seen this tree and not realized it. Yes, consider it to replace other trees. I look forward to your upcoming post.Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-31922472927763945492012-09-16T10:13:09.269-04:002012-09-16T10:13:09.269-04:00Tatyana, You have so many gorgeous trees in your a...Tatyana, You have so many gorgeous trees in your area! thank you for your kind words. Yes, I am fascinated by all parts of a tree. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-33394751500440003752012-09-16T10:12:02.499-04:002012-09-16T10:12:02.499-04:00Tammy, I am surprised you think you are rotten at ...Tammy, I am surprised you think you are rotten at tree ID. Yes -- a long lived tree is really nice. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-27964590620556259842012-09-16T10:09:33.951-04:002012-09-16T10:09:33.951-04:00Freda, I would not consider myself an expert!! You...Freda, I would not consider myself an expert!! You are too kind. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-19300225751918588092012-09-16T10:08:46.533-04:002012-09-16T10:08:46.533-04:00Commonweeder, thanks so much. I am glad you are i...Commonweeder, thanks so much. I am glad you are inspired!! There are a lot of past posts you can refer to for some help with IDs. I just take one tree at a time. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-55873149808230646752012-09-16T10:07:09.555-04:002012-09-16T10:07:09.555-04:00Skeeter, yes making tree IDs is difficult. There ...Skeeter, yes making tree IDs is difficult. There are a few that I have continued to look at, trying to figure out what they might be. <br />Hoping the mushrooms are a success. Cross your fingers!!Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-35725172956099554432012-09-16T10:05:48.608-04:002012-09-16T10:05:48.608-04:00Rosey, thanks so much. keep coming back!Rosey, thanks so much. keep coming back!Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-51024981159390214062012-09-16T10:05:20.016-04:002012-09-16T10:05:20.016-04:00Jason, I am glad you chose a hackberry! The sight...Jason, I am glad you chose a hackberry! The sighting of more Question Mark butterflies is wonderful!!Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-11895382469853655242012-09-16T10:02:33.114-04:002012-09-16T10:02:33.114-04:00Sensible gardening, I appreciate your visit. I lo...Sensible gardening, I appreciate your visit. I love exploring the land in our woods...have found some interesting plant material. Glad you are doing the same!Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-19904208835514412932012-09-16T09:58:22.735-04:002012-09-16T09:58:22.735-04:00Gaia, Will remind everyone when I see mine bloomin...Gaia, Will remind everyone when I see mine blooming so you can look in your area to see if you can find the blooms. I am impressed that you have three different Celtis on your property. Love the quote from your prof. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-79695593665228125502012-09-16T09:54:58.493-04:002012-09-16T09:54:58.493-04:00Rose, I think Mother Nature planted a lot of thes...Rose, I think Mother Nature planted a lot of these trees over the years and when we make choices of something to plant, this isn't usually on the list. Sorry your mature ones were damaged from storms and had to be taken down. Glad this brought back some good memories.Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-25128248793678808472012-09-16T09:52:55.363-04:002012-09-16T09:52:55.363-04:00Randy, I think the berries are eaten a lot sooner ...Randy, I think the berries are eaten a lot sooner than we realize. Hope you are able to see these really cool little blooms.Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-31436791571592708182012-09-16T09:51:18.090-04:002012-09-16T09:51:18.090-04:00Kathleen, I have learned a lot about trees, but ce...Kathleen, I have learned a lot about trees, but certainly have a lot more to learn. I was intrigued by the bloom...certainly caught my eye. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-86127800659982340622012-09-16T09:50:26.823-04:002012-09-16T09:50:26.823-04:00Alison, they are interesting trees. Hackberry use...Alison, they are interesting trees. Hackberry used to be found many places, and now, it isn't planted...so Mother Nature needs to fill in. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-39373938164108007522012-09-16T09:49:06.403-04:002012-09-16T09:49:06.403-04:00Alan, it certainly sounds like a great tree for wi...Alan, it certainly sounds like a great tree for wildlife in the garden. Your birds would love the berries! Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-55204835272173498502012-09-16T09:48:28.657-04:002012-09-16T09:48:28.657-04:00Donna, thanks, I am sticking with the Sugarberry I...Donna, thanks, I am sticking with the Sugarberry ID, but will still look. Janet, The Queen of Seafordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876204203323750245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-88353078297144208102012-09-16T09:24:55.836-04:002012-09-16T09:24:55.836-04:00I read somewhere that Hackberry will grow in all 4...I read somewhere that Hackberry will grow in all 48 of the continental states. It is not my favorite, but I give it major points for thriving in adverse conditions.Leshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18281256160705697856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-41892533638399716722012-09-15T16:14:32.658-04:002012-09-15T16:14:32.658-04:00Janet I have heard of this tree but never have see...Janet I have heard of this tree but never have seen it here...a native tree to consider though as I contemplate replacing some trees. More on that in a post next month.Donna@Gardens Eye Viewhttp://gardenseyeview.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-60605217937149393812012-09-15T09:13:17.136-04:002012-09-15T09:13:17.136-04:00If I miss trees, I know where to go, Janet! Your b...If I miss trees, I know where to go, Janet! Your blog is priceless for tree lovers. It reminds us that a tree isn't just one big thing. It's seedpods and bark and branches and blooms... Thank you!Tatyana@MySecretGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15230255354868127650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-44682231966697374902012-09-14T21:48:56.743-04:002012-09-14T21:48:56.743-04:00I'm rotten at identifying trees. I've neve...I'm rotten at identifying trees. I've never heard of a sugarberry but it sounds tasty. I like any tree that lives 150+ years!! :o)Casa Mariposahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16647089868277238456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-52576683007103956312012-09-13T18:33:18.879-04:002012-09-13T18:33:18.879-04:00Gee, I don't know trees! I'm glad there a...Gee, I don't know trees! I'm glad there are experts like you to educate us! <br /><br />F Cameronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14558874651743241988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-33382812116399776712012-09-13T16:48:37.762-04:002012-09-13T16:48:37.762-04:00I love Tuesdays Trees. I am surrounded by woods, b...I love Tuesdays Trees. I am surrounded by woods, but I know so few tree names. There is almost always someone who enters a tree exhibit at our town fair with twig samples. I own a twig and fruit key but I have never used it seriously. You are inspiring me.commonweederhttp://www.commonweeder.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6119628314111837184.post-78038900590730574882012-09-13T12:36:58.008-04:002012-09-13T12:36:58.008-04:00I find identifying trees a bit difficult. I have s...I find identifying trees a bit difficult. I have several books and the internet to refer too but still am puzzled at times… <br /><br />How exciting growing your own mushrooms! I wish they were not so many dangerous ones as we have tons in our woods after a rainfall. It will be interesting following this new adventure with you…<br />Skeeterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222522533934405029noreply@blogger.com