Question: I came across two different saplings when I was clearing some low growing vines from the wooded edge of my …
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Question
I came across two different saplings when I was clearing some low growing vines from the wooded edge of my yard in southwestern Vermont. I noticed a couple of days later that deer had grazed the ferny looking ones. Can you identify them for me so I can decide whether to leave them or not? Thank you very much.
Answer
Dear Imc825, the first image, a plant with pinnately compound leaves, I cannot identify without additional images. It looks like a species of Sorbus (mountain-ash), but there are other species it could be. I would need an image from the side (not from above) to confirm for you. The second image appears to be a species of Vitis (grape). Again, I would need additional images to confirm which species you have. This is a liana that will climb up into canopy given enough time. Best wishes.
