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Rudbeckia fulgida (orange coneflower). Photo by Mary Free

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Native Quercus phellos (willow oak) is a high-value wildlife
tree. Its acorn (¼-½" in size) production is also consistent
but does not occur until trees are 15–20 years old.
Photo © Mary Free.

Native Quercus phellos (willow oak) is a high-value wildlife tree. Its acorn ((¼-½" in size) production is also consistent but does not occur until trees are 15–20 years old.