Can You ID This Cedar? Japanese Cedar Spotlight from Lake Musconetcong | Tree Literacy Series

Hi all — I’m working on a video series called Can You ID This Tree? as part of my TreesWizard project, where I explore tree literacy through quiet observation and seasonal storytelling.

This short episode features a conifer that might be a Japanese Cedar, filmed near Lake Musconetcong in Stanhope, NJ. The goal isn’t just identification — it’s about slowing down, noticing details like bark, needle structure, and silhouette, and deepening our relationship with the trees we live among.

I know this isn’t a how-to or design post, but I believe tree literacy is a foundational part of permaculture — especially when it comes to integrating long-lived species into resilient landscapes.

📍 Filmed in New Jersey, fall season 🌲 Focused on bark, canopy, and form 💬 I’d love to hear your thoughts — is this a Japanese Cedar? What clues do you see?

Thanks for letting me share — and I’ve added the self-promotion flair as required. Always open to feedback on how to make this series more useful to the community.