Meet Madrid’s Brand-new Oldest Tree!

May 30, 2023 00:16:41
Meet Madrid’s Brand-new Oldest Tree!
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Meet Madrid’s Brand-new Oldest Tree!

May 30 2023 | 00:16:41

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Show Notes

Just recently an olive tree was planted in the Retiro Park and dubbed the oldest tree in Madrid. How is that possible? Why has it rekindled a debate as to what is the oldest tree in the city? What is the current situation of the tree population in Spain’s capital? Listen and learn more.  You […]

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