Trees in Paradise

Explore the fascinating history of California's green landscape in Trees in Paradise. Discover how American settlers transformed the barren countryside into lush groves, wooded suburbs, and landscaped cities by planting millions of trees. From the blue-green eucalypts to the majestic coastal redwoods, these non-native trees brought both prosperity and decline to the state. Learn how the landscape proved to be no paradise but ultimately became a sustainable forest of second-growth redwoods. This insightful, character-rich narrative offers a new perspective on the history of the Golden State and the American West.