TreeFolks

"This is a quintessential old west Austin tree. Growing out of the side of the road, its presence clearly caused construction workers to think twice and decide it simply had to stay. As its massive trunk emerges from the asphalt, a series of craggy, sculptural branches sprawl over the road in a way that can only be described as magical. Despite being paved over, deprived of resources, and being set up to fail, it has endured and continues to thrive. It makes you feel lucky to be on this earth at the same time!"

-Nominated by Michael Tsapos in the Large Category for the Austin Tree of the Year Awards

2 weeks left to nominate your tree! Submit nominations by Friday, July 24, 2026

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Thanks to Austin Parks and Recreation Department , HEB, and the Still Water Foundation for their support of the Austin Tree of the Year Awards 🏆