Barking Up the Tree
I noticed this Shagbark Hickory on a walking trail near the Natchez Trace last week. These trees, found only east of the Mississippi and not near the coast, can grow to a height of 80 feet and live 200 years. The bark appears loose and in long strips, as if the tree is peeling or shedding its bark. You could probably put your hand easily under the loose bark.
I found it fascinating that it appeared as if the bark was ready to fall off. The bark strips added to the appearance of the girth of the tree. Remove the bark, and how much of a tree do you have left? But, how can it be a tree without the bark? The bark gives it character and identity and protection. I'm not crusty after all. I just have fascinating bark.
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