Trees butchered in Bricktown

[FritterGirl]

They're actually very heat and drought tolerant and they're fast growing, too. Plus, they're great looking with white blossoms in the spring and a brilliant crimson in the fall. The only drawback is the soft wood.

There are other pear varieties that are much more Oklahoma-hardy. Crabapples actually have a similar appeal with their beautiful blossoms and fall colors. They also grow fairly quickly and are more suited to our windy weather.

[Midtowner]

-- but the fruit is a mess.

[jbrown84]

Glad to see that they replaced those trees and quickly. Can't say the same for the ones removed around the County Courthouse and other government properties.