Eastern Redbud and Service Berry Trees

The video celebrates Arbor Day by highlighting two trees suitable for New York City: the Allegheny Service Berry and the Eastern Redbud. The Allegheny Service Berry is praised for its adaptability to urban environments and its seasonal beauty. The Eastern Redbud is noted for its striking flowers and resilience to climate change. Both trees are available for free at NYRP tree giveaways, promoting urban greening and climate adaptation.

What is the main purpose of Arbor Day as mentioned in the video?

• To highlight climate change

• To celebrate and plant trees

• To celebrate flowers

• To promote urban development

Which tree is known for its star-like white flowers?

• Eastern Redbud

• Allegheny Service Berry

• Oak Tree

• Maple Tree

What color do the leaves of the Service Berry turn in the fall?

• Blue and white

• Purple and bronze

• Crimson and golden

• Green and silver

Why is it important to plant trees like the Service Berry in urban areas?

• To reduce noise pollution

• To attract more birds

• To combat the heat island effect

• To increase property value

What is the Eastern Redbud well-known for?

• Its heart-shaped leaves

• Its showy flowers

• Its large size

• Its fruit

During which months do the Eastern Redbud flowers typically bloom?

• January and February

• April and May

• October and November

• July and August

What unique feature do Eastern Redbud flowers have?

• They appear before the leaves

• They are always white

• They bloom in winter

• They grow only on the trunk

What type of tree is the Eastern Redbud classified as?

• Canopy tree

• Understory tree

• Shrub

• Vine

How does the Eastern Redbud handle cold weather?

• It is not cold hardy

• It thrives only in warm climates

• It loses all its leaves

• It can withstand occasional cold snaps

Where can you find Eastern Redbuds in New York City?

• Only in botanical gardens

• Only in the suburbs

• Exclusively in private gardens

• In parks, lawns, and courtyards