LAPEER COUNTY, MI – This giant sugar maple tree stands in the middle of farming fields. It could be a new Michigan champion.

Waiting a century for an oak to create shade in your yard is hard. However, the negative aspects of fast-growing trees make ...

Here in New England, the pine bark beetle also seems to be causing more tree deaths than previously, and ecologists have ...

Not all trees are made equal, and some of the most visually striking might actually be a menace in disguise, tearing up ...

Maple syrup may be better for you than sugar. This natural syrup contains more vitamins and minerals and has less of an effect on blood sugar levels.

Japanese maples are pretty and mostly hardy trees within their growing zone. Like most trees, however, they still need ...

Japanese maples are a stunning addition to any garden, but only if you care for them properly. That includes knowing how to ...

Forests encompass around 40.6 million km2 of the Earth's surface, making them a vital component of our ecosystem. Not only do ...

Since mid-July, I’ve noticed something strange in several maple trees I’ve driven by: their leaves are starting to show fall color! Sometimes it’s just the tips of the branches turning red or yellow; ...

We love the vibrant colors of maple trees in the fall. These deciduous beauties bring not only great color but also a recognizable leaf shape and (our favorite) whirlybird seeds that helicopter their ...