Hug Me Tree in Toronto

http://housepaint.typepad.com/housepaint/2009/03/elicser-elliots-hug-me-tree-in-the-gallery.html

and

http://spacingtoronto.ca/2008/08/12/queen-west-hug-me-tree-finds-a-new-home/

Meanwhile on Queen East where City Art is, there is some history around trees that have been planted and “unplanted” on the block — particularly in front of Charlie’s Bike Shop. Does anyone have some background? Please comment…