Live Oak Tree At Disney's Port Orleans Riverside
Ever since our first trip down to Charleston, Natalie and I have been beyond fascinated by the Live Oak species of trees. We doubled down on Live Oaks during our visits to Sea Island over the years. And we've been dreaming of the day when we could plant a Live Oak on our property. (Alas, it doesn't appear that they'd survive our climate as they are marked for Hardiness Zones 7-10 . And for sure, we wouldn't get the Spanish Moss on them which add to the dreamy effect !) Everytime we go on a tour or stay at a place that notes their Live Oaks, we perk up and pay attention. And Disney is no different. Out at Port Orleans Riverside, you can find a few of them including this one out on Ol' Man Island behind the pool. There's the sign above that reads: On Earth Day April 22, 1991, this majestic Live Oak was placed in its new home before you. This Oak and its companion at the entrance of Disney's Port Orleans Resort Riverside each weighed...