Why Do Some Trees Live Longer Than Others?
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
From PENN STATE EXTENTION-
One well-known correlation in tree lifespan is growth rate. It is generally observed that, when factoring out natural disasters or other disturbances, slower growing tree species live longer than faster growing species.
Though situations like dramatic drought may kill a tree, consistent tolerable stress can actually increase lifespan by slowing growth.
A man watches his pear tree day after day, impatient for the ripening of the fruit. Let him attempt to force the process, and he may spoil both fruit and tree. But let him patiently wait, and the ripe pear at length falls into his lap.
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