In County Leitrim, an area of Ireland hit hard by the Troubles and the Great Famine, townspeople are fighting what they say ...

Last year, a paper was published describing the electrical behavior of trees during an eclipse that might be considered the ...

Winter can be a difficult time for the entire landscape, and trees and shrubs are no exception. Frozen ground, drought stress ...

Jack pine and other alternative evergreens have advantages over the red cedar, but there are considerations when choosing the right species for the job.

Key Points You can plant trees near or under power lines. Keep in mind the tree's mature height.Follow local easement regulations and distance requirements from power lines.Problems arise when trees ...

Deep freezes in 2023 and 2024 provided relief for some of Maine’s most preyed-on tree species. Will that continue in 2026?

Special guest Robin Adair from Arbour Crest Tree Services has some tips on tree preservation, dealing with pests, watering ...

Lichens survive in a very wide range of habitats worldwide. Amazingly, more than 400 species can be found in Maryland.

While the Wisconsin DNR says ‘exploding’ may be an exaggeration, there is a risk for frost cracking. That happens when the sap inside a tree gets below freezing, and expands.

Nature gives rise to fascinating adaptations, which can sometimes lead to organisms living in some strange situations. The relationship between bark beetles, spruce trees, and a type of fungus is a ...

Among the best parts of Christmas is that feeling of comfort and nostalgia as traditions are carried on in the presence of family. From making your Christmas tree look vintage to selecting the variety ...

This year's National Christmas Tree is a 32-foot red spruce from Highland County, Virginia on the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. First lady Melania Trump lit the official White House ...