Cheyenne Ingel, a scientist with the Desert Research Institute, says there’s a lot going on in a tree. She explains that ...

When we think about trees, we often imagine them growing from the soil, but did you know that less than 10% of a tree's weight comes from the soil? The rest of the tree’s bulk comes from somewhere ...

The other form of protection, winter dormancy, doesn’t have a good human equivalent but is similar to hibernation of some animals. Trees, other plants, fungi, and animals all have genes that are ...

The deaths in the Texas Hill Country are a tragic testament to the force of a raging river. Flood-stricken Vermont has a ...

Trees are altering the climate — by forming clouds : Short Wave If you've ever looked up at the clouds and wondered where they came from, you're not alone. Atmospheric researcher Lubna Dada is ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. How and why do trees die? – Anish K ...

If you think of a tree as a giant straw that sucks water out of the soil, you miss a big part of what makes trees tick. The straw analogy will work to get water up about 20 or 30 feet.

Licensed tree expert Hans Tielmann agrees, adding that Christmas trees can last as long as 45 days depending on the care and species. How to make your Christmas tree last longer Follow these tips ...

Small trees: under 25 feet. Ligustrums. Redbuds. Palms. All normally are good survivors. Some bud breakage has been reported with queen palms. Originally Published: May 29, 2025 at 2:35 PM EDT.

For instance, tall trees growing without a lawn should be watered to a depth of 3 feet to provide stability. Q: This may be a bit too amateurish for your column, but I need help with iceberg roses.

But you should, because trees on your property actually do have value—and that value is often substantial. Skip to Main Content. View our Bluesky Page (Opens in a new tab) ...

Florida known for palm trees, but how well do they recover from hurricanes? 14 things to know. Cheryl McCloud. USA TODAY NETWORK - Florida. No power. No roof. Flooded roads. Bare shelves.