Tree Care

Science

A cut Christmas tree is essentially a removed woody stem that can no longer draw water via roots. The goal of any additive in the stand water is to extend functional water uptak...

holidays-and-occasions

There is no single date that fits every household, but the guiding principle is simple: take down your Christmas tree when it is no longer enjoyed, looks tired or unsafe, or whe...

nature_wildlife

New cicadas appear when periodical broods emerge in sync with soil temperatures or shortly after annual species hatch in summer. When you see or hear new cicadas, you are usuall...

trees

A tree becomes beloved through a combination of presence, utility, beauty, and memory. Beloved trees often mark milestones, anchor neighborhoods, or provide habitat at an outsiz...

urban-forestry

Shade Tree Mafia is an informal phrase used in online discussions, yard sign language, and neighborhood conversations. At face value it describes large, mature shade trees that...

pest-and-nuisance-wildlife

Tussock moth caterpillars are the larval stage of moths in the family Erebidae, subfamily Lymantriinae, formerly called Lymantriidae. They are medium to large caterpillars noted...