When the north winds start to blow and flakes dance in the air, the only tree many people think of is the one they decorate with tinsel and twinkling lights. However, the trees outside your window need attention at this time of year as well. Trees, like all living...
If you’re deep in the doldrums of working from home for what feels like forever, may we suggest tree therapy? Okay, forest bathing in full may not be possible for you, but letting a tiny tree into your life might help. In fact, there are plenty of mini indoor trees...
Beat the crowds and see these natural wonders before the snow melts.Source: Beautiful photos of U.S. National Parks during winter | National Geographic
Massive explosions of energy happening thousands of light-years from Earth may have left traces in our planet’s biology and geology, according to new research.Source: Tree rings may hold clues to impacts of distant supernovas on Earth — ScienceDaily
My mother never quite got round to learning the names of the trees she loved. I’m trying to fulfil the commitment she could never keepSource: Stuck at home, I discovered the joy of identifying trees | Life and style | The Guardian
Research into how pine trees have evolved needles with a shape that deflects raindrops could lead to improvements in rainproof fabric.Source: How pine needles can give us a lesson in waterproofing | Trees and forests | The Guardian
Trees appear to communicate and cooperate through subterranean networks of fungi. What are they sharing with one another?Source: The Social Life of Forests – The New York Times
Studies on various roadside layouts and species tend to yield different results for plants’ effectiveness at alleviating pollution.Source: Vegetation Filters Harmful Particulates from Air–But How Much? | The Scientist Magazine®
