Tree Growth Explained: The Magic of Meristems
From a macro view, trees appear to grow in many different ways through the course of a season. Their leaves unfurl and enlarge in the
January 31, 2017
Category: Basic about Trees
Three Great Tree-Identification Apps for Your Smart Phone
There are few aspects of life that remain untouched by technology. Even the ways we interact with the natural world have changed thanks to the
January 16, 2017
Meryta Trees
Native to islands in the South Pacific, most species of the genus Meryta are small, evergreen, dioecious trees. The genus contains 28 different species, but
December 30, 2016
Six WaysTrees Influence Your Business’ Security
Modern business owners cannot afford to ignore security concerns. And while most 21st century security threats are of the cyber variety, old fashioned crimes, such
December 27, 2016
Schefflera Trees
Scheffleras are largely tropical species, found in warm and humid habitats around the world. Several species – including the umbrella tree (Schefflera actinophylla) and the
December 22, 2016
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
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