Arbor Day
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Arbor Day is a secular day of observance in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant trees. Today, many countries observe such a holiday. Though usually observed in the spring, the date va
Volunteers planting a tree for Arbor Day (Rochester, Minnesota, 2009)
The naturalist Miguel Herrero Uceda at the monument to the first Arbor Day in the world, Villanueva de la Sierra (Spain), 1805
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Arbor Day in Algeria
Tu BiShvat
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Tu BiShvat is one of several New Years in the Hebrew calendar, occurring on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat. It is also called Rosh HaShanah La'Ilanot, since it marks the new year for fruit
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…kinds in terms of different climates of different parts of Iran are shared among the people. They are also taught how to plant trees. The Jewish holiday Tu Bishvat, the new year for trees, is on the 15th day of the month of Shvat, which usually falls in January or February. Originally based on the date used to…
Almond tree in blossom on Tu BiShvat
Dried fruit and almonds traditionally eaten on Tu BiShvat
Planting trees for Tu BiShvat, 1945. Photographer: Zoltan Kluger