Upside-down trees at Fredericton Botanic Garden draw visitors

Three ash trees at the Fredericton Botanic Garden have been turned upside down as part of a quirky display called the Stumpery. The trees were removed after being damaged by the emerald ash borer, an invasive insect that has killed ash trees across Canada. What began as a joke by volunteers has become a popular attraction for photos and selfies. Garden staff say the trees were reused instead of being discarded, with some wood made into firewood and benches. The garden says the display also highlights a serious problem on its property, where hundreds of ash trees may eventually need to be removed because of the beetle. The garden plans to add flowers and vines around the installation next spring.