Sprouted from seeds that traveled to space in 1971, many haven’t fared so well back on Earth. Source: Whatever Happened to All the Moon Trees? – Atlas Obscura
Sprouted from seeds that traveled to space in 1971, many haven’t fared so well back on Earth. Source: Whatever Happened to All the Moon Trees? – Atlas Obscura
Trees aren’t the isolated individuals we often assume. There’s an unseen network to forests in which trees send signals to each other and form part of a ‘wood wide web’ Source: Let’s do branch: how trees socialise and help their neighbours | Amazing trees | The Guardian
A Monterey Cypress tree in La Jolla, California, that’s thought to have inspired Dr. Seuss’ “The Lorax” has fallen. Author Theodor Seuss Geisel lived in La Jolla from 1948 until his death in 1991. Source: Tree thought to have inspired Dr. Seuss’ ‘The Lorax’ falls in California – CNN
Learn how and why we plant trees on our National Forests! Source: Ten Frequently Asked Questions About Tree Planting – National Forest Foundation
With a simple Google search, you will find many lists of plants that are great for attracting bees, but not many of these lists are specific to bumble bees. Take this a step further – you’ll be hard-pressed to find a list of trees and shrubs that are bumble bee friendly. Source: Bumble bee-friendly trees […]
Evergreen trees are wonderful for home landscapes because they offer year-round color, privacy, and soften hardscapes. They look great alone or layered with other trees and shrubs. Once of the most common features homeowners look for in a tree is the growth rate. Many people favor fast-growing trees for quick shade and privacy. Source: 4 […]
A windbreak is a practical and inexpensive way to shielding heavy winds from your home, but windbreaks have additional benefits unrelated to wind. Source: 5 Windbreak Trees that will Blow you Away | Arbor Day Blog
There are many ways to map an area’s sunlight exposure. Here are a few tips to make sure your plants get their moment(s) in the sun. Source: How to make a sun map of your garden | MNN – Mother Nature Network
Whether you need extra protection for your garden or your skin, these herbs and flowers make great insect repellent. Source: 12 plants that repel unwanted insects | MNN – Mother Nature Network