Whether used as a dugout canoe or a maypole, this tree has worked its way into human culture in numerous ways. White bark peels away in delicate strips, contrasting beautifully with darker shades underneath. This swift grower is host to many butterfly species.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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Ornamental Interest
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Winter Interest and/or Evergreen |
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Attracts Wildlife
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Pollinator Powerhouse Plant |
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Attracts Songbirds |
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Host Plant |
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Tolerance
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Deer/Rabbit Resistant |
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Salt Tolerant |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Additional Attributes
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Landscape Use
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