Relocation of Rare Tree

A rare loquat leaf oak (Quercus rysophylla) has been relocated from a traffic circle at Thirteenth Street and Seventh Avenue to the west entrance of Moody Park. Planted by the City nearly 10 years ago with the hunch it might be adaptive to our changing climate, the tree has nearly doubled in size and has proven to be resilient to long periods of hot, dry weather. The relocation of this valuable tree was necessary due to underground works to improve critical utility infrastructure. Read more at newwestcity.ca/parks-and-recreation