EASTHAMPTON The city is on its way to gaining a better understanding of its public shade trees after more than 40 volunteers branched out into the downtown to begin examining them on Saturday morning.As part of their inspection, volunteers cataloged.
Get Growing: Why crabapple trees are looking sad this year, and what to do about it
An afflicted crabapple tree. Courtesy photo
Modified: 10/18/2019 2:15:03 PM
Crabapple trees are one of my favorite ornamental spring trees. A mainstay of the New England landscape, they offer three seasons of interest, plus a handsome branching habit that looks good all winter long, especially when decked with freshly fallen snow or a sparkling coat of ice. Crabapples are typically low maintenance and drought tolerant. Their lovely dark pink or red buds open to a wide variety of shades, from white to magenta. They can have single, double, or semi-double blossoms as well as cupped or fringed blossoms. Some are deliciously fragrant. The fruits vary too, from yellow to orange and red. Birds love them. Crabapples also offer colorful fall foliage.