Pollution harms the environment. There’s no dancing around that fact. Unfortunately, as humans, our pollution rates have only grown in the past few centuries. In the last few decades, however, those rates have dramatically increased to alarming numbers. We know… Read More
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The Weirdest Tree Species You’ve Ever Seen
You see trees all the time—oak trees in your neighborhood, fruit trees in local gardens, and even small trees in shopping center parking lots. But, you’ve never seen trees like these! Here is a collection of the world’s coolest tree… Read More
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A Crash Course in Fruit Tree Planting
Fruit trees are beautiful and useful, while being surprisingly easy to grow in a backyard setting. These trees provide years of beautiful blooms and delicious fruits, all while being adaptable to a number of climates. This does, however, depend on… Read More
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3 Products You Would Never Believe Come From Trees
We all know that apples grow on trees. So do peaches, coconuts, and a lot of other fruits. We know that paper comes from trees, that we use wood for lumber, and that trees provide plenty of other products for… Read More
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Trees That Kill: What You Should Never Plant in Your Yard
Living in and around D.C., you may already know a few trees that should never be grown in this climate. A palm tree, for example, is meant for warmer areas, and won’t survive our harsh winters. But did you know… Read More
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5 Awesome Facts About Trees You Never Would Have Guessed Were True
Trees give us life–they provide oxygen and food, housing for all sorts of animals, and give us pretty spectacular views when autumn rolls around. Not a lot of people think about how cool trees can be, because all they do… Read More
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Why You Are Killing Your Trees With Tree Trimming
It may seem like a simple act–trimming a few branches, just to get those pesky leaves away from your fence or your electrical wires. With a saw and an ax, you should be able to do this yourself, right? Wrong…. Read More
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What Can a Lightning Strike Do to Your Tree?
If you’ve spent hours on perfecting your landscape, storms probably make you nervous. Rain can cause a lot of damage to your well-planned features, and lightning can lead to serious damage. Lightning doesn’t strike twice, but just one hit to… Read More
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3 Reasons Why You Need to Remove That Dead Tree
A dead tree is more than just a hindrance. If you have a dead tree on your property, you probably want it gone for good. You might not be confident in removing a tree by yourself, and simply sawing it… Read More
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