Willow oak

Two of North Carolina’s newest national champs are BIG… trees!

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2020 National Champion chalk maple (Acer leucoderme) in Gaston County

American Forests’ National Register of Champion Trees began as a national competition with one goal in mind; to discover and preserve the largest living specimens of American tree species. This goal stemmed from a desire to protect and preserve these trees for future generations. The National Register of Champion Trees recognizes more than 600 trees as … Read more

Willow oak rooted in Wake County holds potential as future Champion Tree

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Since 1928, the North Carolina State Fairgrounds complex in Raleigh, North Carolina has been the backdrop for the crowning of numerous champions and ribbon winners. The latest contender is unique in that the Fairgrounds complex serves as more than just a backdrop. It’s home. Located just inside the Gate 11 entrance along Blue Ridge Road, a … Read more