Cathy and I drove up to the Manchester Cedar Swamp this morning. I know swamps aren’t everyone’s cup of tea but I actually like them quite a bit. This little park, owned by the Nature Conservancy, only had a relatively small area of swamp and stand of Atlantic white cedar (Chamaecyparis thyoides). This photo was taken on the edge of the swampy area and features a black gum or tupelo tree (Nyssa sylvatica) estimated at over 450 years old (the large tree on the left). I did take some photos of the cedar trees, but taking photographs of woods it difficult and rarely conveys the feel of a place. It was actually quite lovely. Also, this may be the best time of year to be there, as there were no mosquitos.
Manchester Cedar Swamp
Posted under Flowers and Plants and tagged with Atlantic White Cedar, Black Gum, Cedar Swamp, Chamaecyparis, Chamaecyparis thyoides, Manchester Cedar Swamp, Nature Conservancy, New Hampshire, Nyssa sylvatica, Swamp
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Saturday, October 09, 2021, Manchester Cedar Swamp
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