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[–] thegreatgarbo@lemmy.world 3 points 3 weeks ago

Dogwood. Hidden away under the canopy, reaching out and up to find sunshine in the PNW rain forest. Beautiful white spring flowers.

After leaving my beloved PNW when I was 12 to move to smoggy searing Los Angeles and missing the green and rain for 45 years, I'm back. We just bought a dogwood for the backyard. So excited for spring.

[–] glowing_hans@sopuli.xyz 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Whatever tree grows fastest in my region 🌳🌳.

  • they provide shade after 10 years
  • fast growth removes CO2 from the air
  • block vision
  • root system stabilizes ground
  • wood can be sold after 30 years, replant
[–] glowing_hans@sopuli.xyz 1 points 2 weeks ago

I guess the fastest growing tree in my region is spruce 🌲.

[–] tiefling@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

Balanced binary tree

Real answer: Japanese maple and willows

[–] GGNZ@lemmy.nz 2 points 3 weeks ago

I don't think its very common in the US but The pōhutukawa tree

The pōhutukawa tree is a special part of New Zealand culture, often called the "New Zealand Christmas tree" because of its bright red flowers that bloom in December. It’s seen as a symbol of strength and resilience, especially since it grows along rugged coastlines. For Māori, it has deep spiritual meaning—there's even an ancient pōhutukawa at Cape Reinga where spirits are believed to begin their journey to the afterlife. Plus, it’s great for the environment, providing food and shelter for native birds and insects.

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