Winter Dendrology: Identifying Trees without the Leaves
Winter Dendrology: Identifying Trees without the Leaves
In-PersonEven without leaves, trees have stories to tell. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to recognize trees in their winter condition by examining bark, lingering fruits, and other features. The focus will be on the art of reading twigs and buds. These tiny details can often reveal a tree’s identity. Together, we’ll explore through slides, hands-on twig samples, and, weather permitting, a walk among the Arboretum’s own trees to practice our new skills in the field.
Last Revised: Sep 4th, 2025
Event Description
Community Naturalist Seminars
Winter Dendrology: Identifying Trees without the Leaves
Guest Lecturer: Rob Paratley
Even without leaves, trees have stories to tell. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to recognize trees in their winter condition by examining bark, lingering fruits, and other features. The focus will be on the art of reading twigs and buds. These tiny details can often reveal a tree’s identity. Together, we’ll explore through slides, hands-on twig samples, and, weather permitting, a walk among the Arboretum’s own trees to practice our new skills in the field.
This event is free, but registration is appreciated and space is limited. To sign up, email us at arboretum@uky.edu or call us at 859-257-6955
Picture of Arboretum winterberry courtesy of Betty Hall
This event is part of the Community Naturalist Seminars
