Many people have seen large catalpa trees blooming in late spring ... They may actually die back to the ground in winter but will grow back from the roots. Crepe myrtles prefer full sun and ...

Some Mississippi trees date back to a time when Native Americans were building ceremonial mounds in the state.

The event, scheduled for 12:30 p.m. at the south end of Walker Road Park near the turnaround area, will feature a tree planting ceremony, free Catalpa tree seed giveaways and educational workshops.