On Earth Day, we take a look back at the rocky history of "tree-huggers." The term originated in the 1970s in the Himalayas ...
Scientists chasing thunderstorms in a retrofitted minivan finally captured something never seen before in nature: faint ...
The tree mix matters. Near Chesapeake Bay, scientists have been experimenting with mini-forests for over a decade. The ...
Why do trees fall in the forest? The Answer is Changing. New research suggests that in just 15 years, the causes of most tree ...
Real Christmas trees are nostalgic, but for something long-lasting, faux trees—which also require zero cleanup—could be worth the switch. But realism is just as important as upkeep and durability when ...
Curtis VanderSchaaf is an assistant professor of forestry at Mississippi State University. Every year, Americans buy somewhere between 35 million and 50 million Christmas trees, and many more pull an ...
A tree nut allergy is one of the most common food allergies in both adults and children. Allergic reactions to tree nuts can range from mild (minor itching, watery eyes, and a scratchy throat) to life ...