The article highlights unique and historically significant trees in Washington, D.C., such as Moon Trees grown from seedlings that orbited the moon in 2022. It also features the Witness Tree, a white mulberry that has witnessed crucial events, and two Southern magnolias believed to be planted by Frederick Douglass as a gift for his wife. Additionally, the Yamaki Bonsai at the National Arboretum, which survived the Hiroshima bombing, symbolizes peace and international friendship, making these trees notable beyond their beauty during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
Moon Trees are unique as they were grown from seedlings that orbited the moon during a 2022 NASA mission; examples are found on Capitol grounds and at the Kennedy Center.
The Witness Tree, a white mulberry near the Washington Monument, has storied historical significance, having witnessed events like Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech and Vietnam War protests.
Frederick Douglass allegedly planted two Southern magnolias outside his Cedar Hill house as a heartfelt gift for his first wife, showcasing his personal connection to the land.
At the National Arboretum, the Yamaki Bonsai, a 400-year-old symbol of peace, remarkably survived the Hiroshima bombing and was donated in 1976, representing US-Japan relations.
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