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  • The Oldest Aspens on Earth
    September 25, 2016

    The Oldest Aspens on Earth

    A clonal colony of Quaking Aspen trees, known as Pando or the Trembling Giant, covers 105 acres in Fishlake National Forest in Utah and is tied together by a single root system. Pando is estimated to be at least 80,000...

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  • Pink Dogwood - Stunning Beauty!
    September 20, 2016

    Pink Dogwood - Stunning Beauty!

    The Pink Dogwood is one of our nations most popular landscape trees. Just one look at this stunning specimen of beauty in full bloom, and you'll know why! It displays magnificent pink flowers with white accents and vibrant red fall...

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  • Weeping Willow: Tree of Remembrance!
    September 19, 2016

    Weeping Willow: Tree of Remembrance!

    The willow is a tall, deciduous tree, growing 30 to 80 feet tall with a 20 to 35 foot spread of graceful arching branches. Smaller branches are supple and flexible like reeds allowing small breezes to often set the entire...

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  • Eastern Redbud - Year-Round Colorful Foliage!
    September 12, 2016

    Eastern Redbud - Year-Round Colorful Foliage!

    Known as the harbinger of Spring, the Eastern Redbud’s delicate blossoms and buds are one of the seasons most breathtaking displays. Spectacular rosy pink blossoms appear in dramatic fashion in April. But this tree’s beauty doesn’t end with its flowery show....

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  • The Red Maple - A Widely Planted Favorite!
    September 10, 2016

    The Red Maple - A Widely Planted Favorite!

    The majestic Red Maple is one of the best named trees as it features something red in each of the seasons - red buds in winter, red flowers in spring, red leafstalks in summer, and brilliant red foliage in autumn.This...

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  • Interesting Tree Facts for Thursday
    September 8, 2016

    Interesting Tree Facts for Thursday

    Trees are the longest living organisms on the planet and one of the earth's greatest natural resources. They keep our air supply clean, reduce noise pollution, improve water quality, help prevent erosion, provide food and building materials, create shade, and...

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  • White Dogwood:  An American Favorite!
    August 31, 2016

    White Dogwood: An American Favorite!

    An excellent landscape choice for all four seasons, the White Dogwood is a favorite in many yards and gardens as it adds vibrant color to your landscape year-round. White “flowers” show their beauty in the Spring, foliage turns a vibrant red-purple...

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