Why Do Tree Leaves Change Colors in the Fall?
The red, gold and purple tones of autumn leaves provide a once-a-year bounty for the eyes. But this phenomenon represents an interesting biological phenomenon, that
December 13, 2016
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How Do Trees Draw Water from the Ground?
Most people understand that trees require water to grow and live, and many are aware that roots play a critical role in drawing water from
December 5, 2016
Hollies (Ilex spp.)
Hollies are familiar trees, easily recognized by their glossy, dark green foliage and beautiful bright red berries. But hollies are a diverse and varied group,
December 1, 2016
Cabbage Trees (Cussoniaspp)
The genus Cussonia contains about 20 species of trees from southern Africa and the island-nation of Madagascar. The best known and most commonly cultivated species
November 28, 2016
Aralia
Aralia is a genus of nearly 70 different species that exhibit a diverse array of growth habits. Some reach tree-like proportions, while others are nothing
November 17, 2016
Yellow Oleander (Thevetia peruvianasyn. Cascabela thevetia)
Hailing from Mexico and Central America, the yellow oleander (Thevetia peruviana) is a large shrub or small tree adorned with beautiful yellow to peach flowers,
November 8, 2016
Oleander
Named after their superficial resemblance to olive trees, Oleander (Nerium oleander) is an attractive shrub or small tree that thrives in a Mediterranean climate. Originally
October 24, 2016
Custard Apples
The term custard apple tree is applied in two different ways: Some use it to describe all members of the genus Annona, while others only
October 19, 2016
Pawpaw Tree
A couple of different species in the genus Asimina go by the name pawpaw, but the common pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is far and away the
October 13, 2016
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