The classic and trusted book “Fifty Common Trees of Indiana” by T.E. Shaw was published in 1956 as a user-friendly guide to local species. Nearly 70 years later, the publication has been updated ...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — After meticulous measuring, it was determined Monday afternoon that the state Capitol Complex is home to the largest shingle oak tree in the entire state. The gigantic tree sits on ...

Chico >> While it approved the removal of several trees from a north Chico neighborhood, the Bidwell Park and Playground Commission said no to another property owner in a different part of town who ...

WAYNESBORO — Eric Wiseman measured a tree in Ridgeview Park last weekend as part of the Waynesboro Tree Workshop. The exercise was meant to be educational — which it was, in more ways than one. Turns ...

In the treasure chest of autumn color, you’re especially lucky if you find the burnished gold of oaks. Oaks are what ecologists call “keystone species,” the foundation of living communities. With ...

GREENWICH — Riverside School celebrated Arbor Day with a tree-planting ceremony on its back field, with second- and fourth-grade classes invited to participate with volunteers and school staff.

A branch of the largest known shingle oak tree in the world hangs magnificently and menacingly over Wayne Kottkamp's bedroom. "It may eventually kill me," said Kottkamp, standing on his front lawn, ...

On a February day, it may seem as if all the trees and shrubs — except for the evergreens or conifers — are leafless. But a walk in the neighborhood, or a local natural area, will reveal that’s not ...