Archetypes of universal interdependence, trees are a source of sustenance, a symbol of strength and endurance, and a historic part of life on earth. Connecting all natural forms of life, and reflecting the resourceful and adaptable nature of living things, they represent to me the ultimate symbol of life and mortality. Every culture fashions, embraces and interprets a kind of folklore and spiritual ideology around the symbolism of trees. This is a meaningful gift for donors. A perfect symbolic talisman for champions of climate change, award recipients, seekers of earth or spirit based symbolism, and individuals for whom the Talmudic quote adds something especially meaningful. And for those moved by the biblical idea that this fruit of the Garden of Eden represents eternal life- Divine!