The Dragon Tree grows at Brighstone on the Isle of Wight, with one of its many massive snaking boughs forming a bridge over the Buddle Brook, a stream powering a local mill that shut in the 1960s. According to local legend, the oak was once a fearsome dragon that was slain by a knight returning […]
Watering problems are the leading cause of poor health for houseplants; here’s how to give them what they need. Source: How to water houseplants correctly | TreeHugger
Glance at a tree and you no doubt first look at its leaves. There are all sorts of interesting shapes and sizes, and often people will learn to recognize a species based on its leaf fingerprint. Other times, you can recognize a tree by its flowers. But you can also identify trees by looking at […]
A new large-scale study finds out just how much nature is enough to make a difference. Source: Two hours of nature a week improves health and wellness | TreeHugger
Tree pests and disease have been sweeping across the country, overtaking millions of urban trees and destroying what were once dense, tree canopies. The wave of outbreaks has cost cities millions of dollars in tree maintenance and removal costs, making it critical to identify tree pests early on and prepare a plan of action before […]
It’s slow work, but looking after trees has its own rewards. Source: Tending trees: a life’s work | Life and style | The Guardian
Source: A late-night disco in the forest reveals tree performance Photo Credit: University of Helsinki | Phys.org
For homeowners and renters alike, mowing the lawn is a normal part of life. Though lawn mower safety is something that may be taken for granted, it is still of the utmost importance. Here are four quick tips to keep you safe, whether you’re mowing your lawn or performing repairs on your machine. Source: 4 […]
By incorporating trees and plant life in urban architecture, the trees both assist in absorbing carbon dioxide and in producing more oxygen. Source: The Allure of Vertical Forests – The New York Times
Researchers discover a bald cypress along North Carolina’s Black River that is 2,624 years old. Source: There’s a tree in this North Carolina swamp that’s at least 2,624 years old | MNN – Mother Nature Network
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