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June 11, 1981 - Some Flowering Trees Seen on Long IslandSECOND SECTION The *Ilffolh Ttilleg Some Flowering Trees Seen on We usually think of flowers in o or around our house, yet there's a whole world of flowers high in the treetops. For each tree has its own flower. Without it there would be no seed and, of course, without the seed there would be no future trees. As some of you might remember our first flowering tree was the shad, its white blossom was short lived but during that short period of splendor our woods, road- sides, and creek edges were highlighted by its whiteness. Then there was the dogwood that adorn- ed our lawns and were seen scattered throughout some of our richer woods. It lasted a bit longer than the shad and can be seen in shades of pink in the wild to the bright cultivated pink. Both are medium height and make ideal ornamental plant- ings. Just recently we saw the white columns of the horse chestnut blossom. These upright blossoming clumps of flowers stand out like ornaments on a giant 'Christmas tree. They were especially beautiful this year and made a handsome addition to our greenery. It is sad that as summer goes by they are affected by a blight that turns their leaves from green to brown. About the time school starts the nuts ripen in their green prickly jackets. These are collectors' items for the young as heart and it's too bad that the nuts are not edible for they look so shiny and new in their sleek chestnut brown skins. Last week we saw the black cherry whose creamy clusters of flowers will convert into the small dark purplish -black cherries later in the summer. Man and bird alike utilize these juicy berries. Often we've collected them to make wine or jam. The easiest way is to spread a sheet under the tree and shake the heavy loaded limbs Long Island ur garden down into it. In no time you can fill a bucket. Right now the locust is finishing its blossoming and its creamy white petals cover the blacktop of the highway like giant snowflakes. How my bees love them! Locust is not a native tree here on Long Island but was introduced by the early settlers because of its wood which is resistant to decay. Again Yankee ingenu- ity found a way to beat rotten fence posts and supports for buildings by using this rugged wood. Even today the best split rail fence posts are made of locust. It will outlast the cheaper posts by 20 years or more. A tree that has a large blossom but is rarely noticed is the tall tupelo tulip tree. Not a common tree on the East End but nevertheless it is found throughout the richer soil areas on the island. Its flowers are cupped like a tulip and are pale green and cream colored. It's a tree of large size and beautiful leaf, one ideally suited for roadside plantings. Even in the dead of winter it can be recognized by its dried flower pods and once identified will be a friend for life. Of course, there are the cultivated fruit trees whose blossoms seem to cover the entire tree; the peach, cherry, apple; pear and plum. All are found in our orchards. Their blossoms, so attractive to the eye of the public, horticulturists have perfected Island Ford Tractor Sales,Inc. Edwards Avenue, Calverton 727-9200 JUNE 11, 1981 OAK BLOSSOM - -Not as showy as other flowering trees but just as important, for through its pollinization acorns are born. Photo by Paul Stoutenburgh special strains of these fruit trees just for their flowers and we see them in many yards. In some towns they are being used along the streets to add a flair of color. In our small orchard we often cut clusters of blossoms to bring in the house for flower arrangements. There is nothing more beautiful than the flower of an apple or plum or peach. Yet with all this showy blossom on our trees, few realize that the common trees of our woods such as the oak, hickory and even the pines have their own insignificant blooms. Many who have oak and hickory around their place will see the dried brown spent flower heads on their roofs, walks and patios. The pollen dust seems to be everywhere and it causes much dis- comfort. Runny eyes, and nose are com- mon during this time of the year. Even the willows down by the pond have passed through their insignificant flower- ing stage. Again like all blossoms attract- ed the insects and my bees for that all important role of pollinization. Without it there would be no hickory nuts, no acorns, no pine cones. The miracle of the outside world is there continually producing and enhancing our lives. It's up to us just to recognize and appreciate it. PAULSTOUTENBURGH `Dear Friends and valued Customers, Island Ford `tractor Sales has changed their colors from Ford blue to Kubota orange. Actually, We ceased being a Ford franchise in August of 1980, but we bet those of you who purchased Ford equipment never realized it. Jhe reason for that is simple, Island ford tractor Sales continued to service your needs with parts, equipment and expert certified trained mechanics. `�By the way, we plan to keep doing that for as long as you need us. Now, should you be in the market for new equipment, we invite you to come in and inspect our complete line of Kubota implements and tractors. J'hanks for all of your business over the past 10 years and we are looking forward to serving you for the next 50 years. Sincerly, Island Ford Tractor Sales and Municipal Machinery ,Inc. v t - i f M SECOND SECTION �%P �P1US- �UtF1U Some Flowering Trees Seen on We usually think of flowers in o or around our house, yet there's a whole world of flowers high in the treetops. For each tree has its own flower. Without it there would be no seed and, of course, without the seed there would be no future trees. As some of you might remember our first flowering tree was the shad, its white blossom was short lived but during that short period of splendor our woods, road- sides, and, creek edges were highlighted by its whiteness. Then there was the dogwood that adorn- ed our lawns and were seen scattered throughout some of our richer woods. It lasted a bit longer than the shad and can be seen in shades of pink in the wild to the bright cultivated pink. Both are medium height and make ideal ornamental plant- ings. Just recently we saw the white columns of the horse chestnut blossom. These upright blossoming clumps of flowers stand out like ornaments on a giant Christmas tree. They were especially beautiful this year and made a handsome addition to our greenery. It is sad that as summer goes by they are affected by a blight that turns their leaves from green to brown. About the time school starts the nuts ripen in their green prickly jackets. These are collectors' items for the young as heart and it's too bad that the nuts are not edible for they look so shiny and new in their sleek chestnut brown skins. Last week we saw the black cherry whose creamy clusters of flowers will convert into the small dark purplish -black cherries later in the summer. Man and bird alike utilize these juicy berries. Often we've collected them to make wine or jam. The easiest way is to spread a sheet under the tree and shake the heavy loaded limbs Long Island ur garden down into it. In no time you can fill a bucket. Right now the locust is finishing its blossoming and its creamy white petals cover the blacktop of the highway like giant snowflakes. How my bees love them! Locust is not a native tree here on Long Island but was introduced by the early settlers because of its wood which is resistant to decay. Again Yankee ingenu- ity found a way to beat rotten fence posts and supports for buildings by using this rugged wood. Even today the best split rail fence posts are made of locust. It will outlast the cheaper posts by 20 years or more. A tree that has a large blossom but is rarely noticed is the tall tupelo tulip tree. Not a common tree on the East End but nevertheless it is found throughout the richer soil areas on the island. Its flowers are cupped like a tulip and are pale green and cream colored. It's a tree of large size and beautiful leaf, one ideally suited for roadside plantings. Even in the dead of winter it can be recognized by its dried flower pods and once identified will be a friend for life. Of course, there are the cultivated fruit trees whose blossoms seem to cover the entire tree; the peach, cherry, apple; pear and plum. All are found in our orchards. Their blossoms, so attractive to the eye of the public, horticulturists have perfected El JUNE 11, 1981 OAK BLOSSOM - -Not as showy as other flowering trees but just as important, for through its pollinization acorns are born. Photo by Paul Stoutenburgh special strains of these fruit trees just for their flowers and we see them in many yards. In some towns they are being used along the streets to add a flair of color. In our small orchard we often cut clusters of blossoms to bring in the house for flower arrangements. There is nothing more beautiful than the flower of an apple or plum or peach. Yet with all this showy blossom on our trees, few realize that the common trees of our woods such as the oak, hickory and even the pines have their own insignificant blooms. Many who have oak and hickory around their place will see the dried brown spent flower heads on their roofs, walks and patios. The pollen dust seems to be everywhere and it causes much dis- comfort. Runny eyes, and nose are com- mon during this time of the year. Even the willows down by the pond have passed through their insignificant flower- ing stage. Again like all blossoms attract- ed the insects and my bees for that all important role of pollinization. Without it there would be no hickory nuts, no acorns, no pine cones. The miracle of the outside world is there continually producing and enhancing our lives. It's up to us just to recognize and appreciate it. PAULSTOUTENBURGH `Dear 'Friends and valued Customers, Island Ford `J'ractor Sales has changed their colors from Ford blue to Kubota orange. ?actually, We ceased being a 'Ford franchise in august of 1980, but We 6et those of you Who purchased 'Ford equipment never realized it. `Jhe reason for that is simple, Island Ford �'ractor Sales continued to service your needs with parts, equipment and expert certified trained mechanics. �y the nay, We plan to keep doing that for as long as you need us. Nord, should you be in the market for neW equipment, We invite you to come in and inspect our complete line of Kubota implements and tractors. `thanks for all of your business over the past LQ tears and We are looking forWard to serving you rs.