Trees! Giving oxygen...deeply rooted life!

Thanks to a friend that is trying to paint trees, I've been thinking about the life giving, solidly anchored roots of trees and how they have as much structure that is unseen as is seen. Whether it is the flowing branches of a weeping willow or the upright structure of an oak that reaches its branches heavenward, I am in love with trees. They are the center of many landscapes, the heart of the garden in many instances. The specimen smoke tree adds color and drama, the blue spruce against the burgundy of Japanese bayberry is exquisite. Think big in your garden planning....now is the time to plant trees!