... is the ceremonial tree planted at the 2-day royal visit to Canada that is going on today and tomorrow.

Their Majesties will plant a blue-beech (Carpinus caroliniana), a small deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Typically found in moist, shaded woodlands and along stream banks, the blue-beech is known for its graceful form and distinctive, sinewy bark. Its finely serrated leaves emerge deep green in spring and summer, turning brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow in fall, adding vibrant colour to the landscape.

Governor General to take part in the Royal Visit of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla | The Governor General of Canada