This unusual tree in Pioneer Park just calls out to be climbed. Many of its branches grow horizontally before reaching higher. There was a sign beside the tree. Unfortunately it was so faded that the species was not legible.
8 July 2023
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2 years ago
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7167 Pioneer Ave #7011, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0, Canada
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That is a cool looking tree. -
Janet Guthrie So unique! -
Since it was such a large clear photo, I tried my plant identifier app on it (took a picture of a picture). And was returned with. . ."Sweet chestnutSince it was such a large clear photo, I tried my plant identifier app on it (took a picture of a picture). And was returned with. . ."Sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa) is a chestnut tree native to the southern region of Europe. The seeds of sweet chestnut are one of the most ancient foods. Although the fruit is full of hairy pricks on the outside, its flesh is smooth and delicious. It is also called European chestnut because it is native to Europe". This tree may be worth a visit in the fall to see what it gets up to in terms of fruit production! More ...