Shagbark Hickory leaves emerging

I thought at first that this Hickory tree was in flower, but then read that the bud casings drop back like flower petals as the leaves emerge, so not flowering.

[KoalaGardens🐨]

wow that is SO interesting! always plenty to learn here :) what a beautiful DOF in this image too - FAV

[Lois]

Lovely focus!

[Milanie]

Another fact learned! Love the lighting and colors. Your focus is wonderful.

[Valerie Chesney]

How very lovely & different...

[Rick]

Awesome capture.