1. Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus): These trees are valued for their straight trunks and softwood, making them important in forestry and lumber industries. They are known for their long, bluish-green needles and lightweight wood.
2. Red Maple (Acer rubrum): Red maples are widespread across the eastern United States, including New Jersey. They are famous for their vibrant red foliage in the fall and are popular ornamental trees.
3. Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum): Known for its sweet sap used to produce maple syrup, sugar maple trees are common in the northeastern region. They display yellow, orange, and red autumn colors.
4. White Oak (Quercus alba): White oaks are native to the eastern United States and are known for their durable and rot-resistant wood. They have lobed leaves and white-colored bark.
5. Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra): These trees have reddish-brown leaves that turn vibrant red in the fall. They are commonly found in upland areas of New Jersey.
6. Black Cherry (Prunus serotina): Black cherry trees are known for their dark-colored bark and clusters of small white blossoms in the spring. They produce edible dark purple cherries in the summer.
7. Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis): Yellow birch trees have golden-yellow bark, especially noticeable on younger trees. They have thin, serrated leaves that change to golden yellow in the fall.
8. American Beech (Fagus grandifolia): American beech trees are characterized by smooth, silver-gray bark. They have distinctive oval-shaped leaves with wavy edges.
9. Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis): These evergreen trees have drooping branches and dense clusters of short, flat needles. They prefer shady and moist habitats.
10. Black Walnut (Juglans nigra): Black walnut trees are known for their delicious edible nuts. They have compound leaves and brownish-black bark.
