This is when the first tree evolved, which grew up to 150 feet tall. These trees looked like the evergreen trees we see today – sort of like pines, firs and spruce.

Why do we decorate Christmas trees? Martin Luther also started the tradition for decorating trees after he put candles on his tree, to make it look like stars were shining through.

Silvopasture is an ancient practice long carried out by people all over the world. In North America, we have indigenous peoples to thank for this systemic view of pastoral lifeways. The setup begins ...

We do have some native trees, but several, like the stately Western sycamore, are riparian — dwelling next to rivers, not the heat islands of our city streets, said Becker.