ID That Tree: Boxelder

In this edition of ID That Tree, Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee introduces you to a member of the Indiana maple family that doesn't follow the rest of its family's traditions. Learn about the boxelder and its unique traits inside.
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[@777-Phil]

Utmost thanks and blessings!

[@yagirlsfav6849]

Ty now I know where ovoids grow:)

[@ksero1000]

Do their buds swell earlier than most other trees?

[@purduefnrextension]

Lenny said he saw some getting ready to open today (March 23), so yes they can be one of the earlier trees to leaf.

[@jaybalch5959]

Wood ear mushrooms like to colonize this tree!