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debnes_dfw_tx Fort Worth, TX(Zone 8a) Nov 14, 2006

Bead Tree, Persian Lilac, Pride of India, Pride of China, Chinaberry, Umbrella Tree, White Cedar
Melia azedarach

One of my favorite trees for the full shade and shape they can take on. This one was particularly striking to me.

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Opoetree Oak View, CA Aug 09, 2007

I grew up with these trees on my family's farm in Shafter, California. They were always 'umbrella' trees to us. I climbed them and had a rope swing hanging from a branch. I always enjoyed the lovely blossoms and the yellow berries. Now that I live in the Ojai area, I also see these trees around here...and that is a comfort of sorts, to know that my hometown tree is now a part of my new hometown.

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debnes_dfw_tx Fort Worth, TX(Zone 8a) Aug 10, 2007

I hear you Opoe! Many a time I drive by and see one of these trees, and let out a sigh. Nice to know someone else who appreciates them.

:-D

Here is a pic of this tree I photostudio'd with a sunset behind... and a favorite proverb of mine:

http://www.theletteroflove.com/wallpaper/wp-content/photos/proverbs13_12.jpg

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Opoetree Oak View, CA Aug 10, 2007

Thanks for sharing! Great photo and nice 'proverbial' touch...I have read that inspiring verse many times. Check out Jeffrey Masson's "Slipping into Paradise" for a nice chapter about the trees of New Zealand.

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gessiegail Taft, TX(Zone 9a) Aug 10, 2007

I love that tree so much..............thank you!!!!!

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debnes_dfw_tx Fort Worth, TX(Zone 8a) Aug 10, 2007

YW Opoetree, and Thx I will have to check out Jeffrey Masons work now.. sounds beautiful!

Your very welcome Gail!

:-Deb

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Opoetree Oak View, CA Aug 18, 2007

I read somewhere that you can 'bonsai' one of these trees. I tried once, but it didn't work out...will have to try again. I think a bonsai umbrella tree would be quite charming...wonder if it would make tiny yellow berries?

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