First of two parts. If asked to describe what tree bark looks like, most people probably would say something like: “It’s rough and brown and covers the trunk of a tree.” That is a… ...

Do you know all the trees in your yard? As leaves emerge from buds very soon, I’d challenge you to identify your trees this year. Proper identification of trees is important so we can select the best ...

Despite their lack of leaves in winter, it really is not too difficult to identify most trees now. You just have to look at other characteristics, such as branching patterns, bark, overall shape, ...

Although powdery mildew infection rarely inflicts permanent damage to trees, you can prevent and control the fungus on your ... dogwood, lilac, magnolia ... 8 Ways to Identify a Tree by Its Bark.

Winter is a great time to notice more about the tree in your yard, on your street or road, especially by taking a walk or hike at a local park. The fresh air will do you some good on a sunny day.

Bark can look different as a tree matures or based on growing conditions. It can be tricky to use bark to identify a young tree. But there is another way to tell: scratch and sniff.

Some trees, like the black walnut here, are easily identifiable by their bark. While most people think about leaves when they think about identifying trees, there are many other unique ...

The springtime spectacle of dogwoods in full bloom is threatened in Maryland and throughout the East and South by an incurable, fast-spreading disease that has killed millions of the native hardwoo… ...

Bark beetles may use receptors in their antennae to detect and feast on fungus-infected trees. The Eurasian spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) – found in Europe, Asia and some parts of Africa ...