American beech

The American beech tree (Fagus grandifolia) with a closer look at the distinctive winter buds.

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The base of the beech tree is surrounded by English ivy (Hedera helix). Pictures taken at Purdue Horticulture Gardens, January 10, 2010.

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Ponderosa Pine

This Ponderosa pine tree (Pinus ponderosa) is in Hort Gardens. Pictures taken January 10, 2010.

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View of Ponderosa pine bark. The tree to the left in the background is an American beech tree (Fagus grandifolia).