Selectively Planted Trees Information

Question:  What are other ways to improve the health of the park?
  • Do not litter.
  • Pick up trash.
  • Remove invasive species.
  • What else can you think of?
The 8 selectively planted trees in the park:
Pin oak
Swamp white oak
River birch
Dawn redwood
Easter red cedar
American hornbeam
Chinese elm
Crab Apple
Why were these particular species of trees chosen?
  • Ornamental
  • Quick to mature
  • Grow well
  • Offers variety to other species already in park
 Which species are NOT common or native to Virginia?
  • Dawn Redwood
  • Cedar
​An online guide to the ​natural resources of Windsor Castle Park
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