Gnarled exposed roots of Bristlecone Pine Tree, Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, Inyo county, California, USA.

Deodar, Cedrus deodara, Close up detail of cone growing outdoor on the tree.

Deodar, Cedrus deodara, Close up detail of cone growing outdoor on the tree.

Deodar, Cedrus deodara, Close up detail of cones growing outdoor on the tree.

Deodar, Cedrus deodara, Close up detail of cone growing outdoor on the tree.

Korean fir 'Silberlocke', Abies koreana 'Silberlocke', Purple cones on young plant.

Korean fir 'Silberlocke', Abies koreana 'Silberlocke', Purple cones on young plant.

Swamp Cypress, Taxodium distichum, Rain drops hanging from green foliage after a shower.

Summit Cedar, Athrotaxis laxifolia, Green buds growing on the plant showing pattern.

Summit Cedar, Athrotaxis laxifolia, Green buds growing on the plant showing pattern.

Pine, Scots pine 'Gold Coin', Pinus sylvestris 'Gold Coin', Detail of plant showing pattern.

Pine, Scots pine 'Gold Coin', Pinus sylvestris 'Gold Coin', Detail of plant showing pattern.