George Harrison Memorial Tree Killed ... by Beetles

But don't worry, it will be replanted
By Newser Editors and Wire Services
Posted Jul 22, 2014 9:06 PM CDT
Updated Jul 23, 2014 12:01 AM CDT
George Harrison Memorial Tree Killed ... by Beetles
Visitors walk past a plaque marking the George Harrison Tree, in Griffith Park on Tuesday, July 22, 2014.   (Uncredited)

A tree planted in Los Angeles to honor former Beatle George Harrison has been killed—by beetles. Councilman Tom LaBonge says the pine grew to more than 12 feet tall before succumbing to a bark beetle infestation. The tree was removed last month and will be replanted in the fall. After Harrison's 2001 death in Los Angeles, the pine was planted near Griffith Observatory. A small plaque at the base commemorates the guitarist and songwriter, who had a deep appreciation of gardening. LaBonge says several trees at Griffith Park have been killed by the beetles. (More Beatles stories.)

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