Cone - A woody fruit with stiff overlapping scales that holds seeds. Capsule - A dry fruit with more than one chamber that splits to release seeds. Follicle - An aggregate of small fleshy pods on short erect stems. This field describes the color of ripe fruit. Fruit Time Identifies the time when fruit is ripe and available for wildlife.
Many woody plants are able to tolerate both sun and shade.
When planning a woodland or enhancing an existing woodland, it is important to know how much shade or sun a plant will tolerate. Very Tolerant - These plants grow and survive beneath dense shade. Examples include sugar maple and leatherwood. Usually, these plants will not do well in full sun exposure. Tolerant - Shade tolerant plants grow and survive beneath moderately dense shade.