When a massive tree toppled in the floodplains of Fonte Boa, a region in the Brazilian Amazon, local fishermen noticed ...

Although there are circumstances where tree roots must be cut, we should always keep root damage to an absolute minimum. Since the majority of a tree’s roots are in the upper 12 inches of the ...

Sometimes we get sidetracked with bunnies and baskets at this time of year. But we can get beyond those to see the beauty and ...

Four or 5 vertical slits the length of the root mass, evenly spaced around the ball. For a B&B tree, it’s a bit different. No circling root problem with these.

A recent study by the Dept. of Agriculture showed us that the average lifespan of an urban tree was only around 23 years. One of the reasons for the short lifespan is the lack of adequate root space.

A: Trees have 90% of their roots in the top foot of soil. You’ll see that the next time you see some poor tree that has been pushed over by a bulldozer.

In this photo, parade goers stands around the roots of an old oak tree as Rex parades down St. Charles Avenue for Mardi Gras 2015 in New Orleans on Tuesday, February 17.

Researchers have found that the taller the Japanese black pine trees (Pinus thunbergii) along the coast, the deeper their roots penetrate the ground. Deeper roots make trees more resistant to ...

It moves through life forms around the world, beginning with photosynthesis in trees, plants, and phytoplankton (small sea plants), which brings us to the heart of the matter. Trees provide two ...

Treehugger/ Alexandra Cristina Nakamura. Besides its branches, roots, and leaves, a mature tree also grows another important structure—the flower (or cone, in the case of evergreens).

A gift to a friend who holds their Irish heritage close to their heart. To the rich Irish culture of music, dance, and literature that's been spread around the world. Plant your very own Irish ...