Black Mountain

The greening of the mountains from Tanbark Ridge overlook, elevation 3175 feet, Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina. The road seen in upper left is the parkway as it continues northeast. Can you see the little houses, including my favorite, the red roofed one?

Monday, December 15, 2014

Not holly but misteltoe



Today I bring you mistletoe...soon will find some holly. This oak is the only one that I saw with mistletoe growing in it...on the earthen dam that forms Lake Tomahawk.


All the green you see on the oak tree is mistletoe.  Since this is at a park, it's unlikely the Black Mountain Parks Department will harvest it.  But perhaps some enterprising persons will.

Quote for today:


And suddenly you know: It's time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings.
Meister Eckhart
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  1. MontanagirlDecember 15, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    I learn something new every time I visit your blog! Very interesting.

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  2. NCmountainwomanDecember 15, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    I used to go out with my father many years ago. He would shoot the mistletoe out of the tree. I did it once myself and learned not to hold the shotgun against my shoulder. The kick sent me to the ground.

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  3. L. D. December 15, 2014 at 2:19 PM

    I really never knew where mistletoe did grow. You live in a beautiful area.

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  4. Vicki LaneDecember 15, 2014 at 10:47 PM

    Holly and ivy I have in plenty but no mistletoe (that I know of.)

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