Rashi says from R. Tanchuma that Yaakov Avinu had brought these trees to Egypt & planted them for his children to use for the Mishkan.
Why were trees special in this way ?
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Gems of Torah by Rabbi Moshe Goldberger. We can use these essential "Gems" interspersed throughout our day to add vital meaning and inspiration.