Forest Trees of Illinois (Third Edition)

A field guide to the state's woody tree species that provides illustrated identification keys for spring, summer, and fall, plus a separate key for winter use. It presents concise species accounts describing leaves, bark, buds, twigs, growth form, and size, illustrated with photographs and line drawings to aid identification. An illustrated glossary and distribution and habitat notes support field observation, and the book offers suggestions for study sites, a listing of the state tree and champion big trees, forester contacts, and an index of common and scientific names.