Courtesy National Park Service
threat
Today, there are no specific threats facing these horticultural features. However, their location on major tourist paths on the National Mall has caused accelerated soil and root compaction, which will eventually affect the trees’ growth and longevity. Furthermore, the threat of further development and construction on the Mall will continue to threaten these great American treasures.
A Society of Royal Oaks
John A. Brooks, Inc. • The Brown Foundation • Charles Butt • The City of Charleston • Barb & George Cochran • Topher Delaney• Jungle Gardens, Inc. • Magnolia Plantation & Gardens • Marc Dutton Irrigation, Inc. • Rancho Los Alamitos Foundation • L. Cary Saurage II Fund • Jeff & Patsy Tarr • Seibert & Rice