We’re lucky to have an abundance of mature trees in Mississauga, Oakville and Etobicoke as they provide a beautiful backdrop for our neighbourhoods. And there are some interesting facts about these trees of ours.
Rattray Marsh in the Clarkson area of Mississauga used to be known as a Masting Lot. The tall white pines that grew there were cut down and used to make masts for the British Navy.
In Oakville a mighty white oak located on Bronte Road north of the Queen Elizabeth Way was officially declared a heritage tree. The tree, estimated to be over 250 years old, started its life before the settlement of Oakville was founded and long before Sir. John A MacDonald was born!
Etobicoke takes its name from the native Mississaugan word wah-do-be-kang (wadoopikaang) meaning “the place where the alders grow”.
Our world is filled with so many amazing trees. Take a look!
https://www.tentree.com/blog/the-10-coolest-trees-in-the-world/
http://www.cathedralgrove.eu/text/01-Cathedral-Grove-1.htm
http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/visit/recreational_activites/jack-pine-trail.php
http://www.eyemead.com/majoroak.htm
http://www.monumentaltrees.com/en/trees/giantsequoia/biggest_tree_in_the_world
