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By mapping climate and soil conditions linked to natural resistance which the tree has developed to a fungal disease, researchers are guiding restoration strategies that could help this native species recover. Source: Scientists Track Where Butternut Trees Have...

New research reveals oak trees deliberately delay sprouting their leaves by three days to avoid being infested by hungry caterpillars, after it happened the previous year. Source: Oak Trees Will Delay Sprouting Leaves to Avoid Hungry Caterpillars That Devoured the...

3 years ago this month, GNN reported that a UK land trust had set the goal of reforesting a 70 acre “celtic rainforest” on the Isle of Man. 30,000 trees later, the effort exceeded expectations and finished ahead of schedule. Source: Planting 30,000 Trees Surpasses...

Don’t worry, there’s a bright side. Source: I Lost 3 Large Shade Trees and Thousands of Dollars to This Invasive Pest

Ghost forests are an increasingly common sight along the eastern coast of the U.S., where once-healthy trees have been replaced by bare trunks. Now, scientists believe these arboreal cemeteries could hold clues on how to build resilience to climate change in coastal...

Oak trees have a surprising trick to fight back against hungry caterpillars: they simply wait. When trees are heavily attacked one year, they delay leaf growth by just three days the next spring—long enough to leave newly hatched caterpillars with nothing to eat. This...

Learn why and how I did it, my results, and what I’d do differently if I could start over. Source: I Planted Clover Over Grass—Here’s What I Think of My Lawn Now | Bob Vila

With six main types and 600 named cultivars, there are big-headed, brilliantly colored hydrangeas to suit just about any garden. Source: Want a Showstopping Garden? Plant These Types of Hydrangeas | Bob Vila

After decades of speculation, scientists have captured ghostly lightning-like glows from treetops—and they might be secretly cleaning the air. Source: Scientists just captured trees glowing with electricity during storms | Science Daily

Natural and readily available rocks and boulders are surprise workhorses in the landscape. Source: Seasoned Gardener Shares Secrets for Using Big Rocks in Your Home Landscape | Bob Vila

Both mulch and compost can support healthy soil, but knowing which one to put where in your garden can sometimes be confusing. Source: Mulch vs. Compost: What’s the Difference? | Bob Vila

End your battle with lawn weeds once and for all! Source: The Lawn Care “Tricks” Homeowners Are Using to Get Rid of Weeds This Spring | Bob Vila

Letting your grass grow this month is a real thing, and with good reason. Source: No Mow May: 8 Reasons to Let Your Lawn Grow This Month

Learn how plants communicate through chemical signals, and why losing biodiversity can disrupt these hidden communication networks.Source: Plants Are Constantly Communicating, and Biodiversity Shapes the Message | Discover Magazine

A long-term experiment reveals tropical forests in Panama are able to adapt to droughts, but scientists warn this short-term "rescue strategy" is unlikely to save them from the impacts of climate change.Source: Trees in Panama's tropical forests are growing longer...

Add to the ambience and boost safety in your outdoor spaces by introducing some of our favorite garden lighting ideas.Source: 20 Garden Lighting Ideas to Add Interest to Your Landscape - Bob Vila

For a forest to be healthy and resilient, each tree needs enough nutrients, water, and sunlight to thrive. When trees grow too close together, they have to compete for these resources. This results in weaker trees that are more susceptible to disease, insect...

When we talk about planting trees in National Forests, one may picture adult trees. Yet, reforestation is often about planting baby trees, or seedlings. So, to understand the holistic benefits of trees, let’s look at the entire life cycle of a tree!Source: The...

Another classic summer tree science article written by Jeremiah Sandler, BCMASource: Scorched leaves on your trees? — Tree First

Chennai: Some century-old trees in the city will soon get a special status – as heritage trees after a scientific assessment, using Electrical Resista.Source: Century-old trees to get special heritage tag | Chennai News - The Times of India

Replanting forests can cool the planet even more than some scientists once believed, especially in the tropics. But even if every tree lost since the mid-19th century is replanted, the total effect won’t cancel out human-generated warming.Source: Does planting trees...

A study by YSE scientists opens up new avenues for understanding tree physiology, forest ecology, and how trees are responding to climate change.Source: Novel Research Reveals Thriving Microbial Life in Trees | Yale School of the Environment

Salt applied during winter can damage trees near roads, driveways or sidewalks. When planting nearby, consider salt tolerant tree species.Source: Salt tolerant trees - Tree Topics

“We had three trees removed today. While we were sad to see them gone, it was necessary. The crew (Team #1) did a great job from start to finish. Call Bogan for your tree needs!” ––John B., via Facebook Thanks, John!

An article and a video sharing thoughts on tree stress, tree risk, and tree hollowing.Source: Can hollow trees still be healthy trees? Jeremiah explains. — Tree First

What are the different ways plants become trees? Written by Jeremiah Sandler, BCMASource: Jeremiah thinks trees are the ultimate form of plant — Tree First

Over 120 years ago, a monumental work recording more than 500 species of tree in Britain and Ireland was published. A new version focuses on the pioneering images it containedSource: Back to their roots: a brief history of trees – in pictures | Photography | The...

Better than the advice in this article is our advice: Please reach out and contact the professionals at Bogan Tree and let certified arborists do a professional and safe job for you... Before you take a saw to an unwanted tree in the yard, familiarize yourself with...