Tree of the Week: January 14th, 2025

Tree of the Week: January 14th, 2025

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday on February 15th, ArborNote’s tree of the week is the Apple Tree (Malus domestica). What does an apple tree have to do with Martin Luther King Jr? It is from a quote attributed to him, “Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree”. The quote is a statement of faith that conveys the idea of hope and planning for a better future. The apple tree originated in Central Asia, where its wild ancestor, Malus sieversii, is still found. Apples have been grown for thousands of years in Eurasia and were introduced to North America by European colonists. Apples have religious and mythological significance in many cultures, including Norse, Greek, and European Christian tradition. The apple is thought to have been domesticated 4,000–10,000 years ago in the Tian Shan mountains, and then to have travelled along the Silk Road to Europe. Eventually all The apple tree is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It is a caterpillar food plant, has nectar/pollen rich flowers, provides shelter and habitat, has seeds for birds and makes a good wildlife hedge!

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