Newfields canopy of heirloom trees is one reason a walk through The Garden can make you feel inspired by nature and humbled by the size and resiliency of the trees. 🌳 It is with a heavy heart that eventually our old trees do reach the end of their lives. This week, we will have to say goodbye to our beloved European copper beech (Fagus sylvatica) that was part of the original Olmsted selections from 100 plus years ago. The tree is suffering from brittle cinder fungus which is fatal. This is not