The leaves certainly looked like American Elm to me. Is it possible there are still some large specimens here and there untouched by the blight? The "here" is New Suffolk, on the south shore of the North Fork of Long Island.
Never thought I'd have an insect for a pet. Manny has been hanging around the garden for at least a week. Beautiful green color underneath. Fifth picture is from today, the others from last Saturday. When the camera approaches he turns his head as if to say hello.
A healthy seedling suddenly collapsed. The other 12 seeds did not sprout. Is there a substance emitted by the first sprouters that prevents the others from emerging? Only 4 left now.
