Law enforcement officials in northern Wisconsin and northern Minnesota say there's been a recent rash of illegal cutting of small birch trees that are smuggled out of the Northland and sold as ...

Few shade trees are as distinctive in the home landscape as birch trees. Their unique bark characteristics, distinctive growth form and graceful delicate foliage are reason alone to feature one or ...

Many ornamental trees are valued for their spring flowers or fall foliage, but they offer little aesthetic value during the ...

If you've ever been to a wine tasting, you've probably seen people swish sips of it in their mouths to evaluate the flavor. In a University of Alaska Fairbanks test kitchen, that's exactly what food ...

Editor's note: Once a month, the OSU Extension master gardener's office of Franklin County profiles a plant that occurs naturally in central Ohio. As the growing season fades, we bid adieu to many of ...

Walking along the banks of a river, through a young forest, or along a city street, there is a tree that stands out from the rest. At first glance it might appear to be just another paper birch, but ...

Yellow Birch boasts distinctive features that facilitate its identification throughout its expansive range from Newfoundland to Georgia. A notable characteristic is the luminous quality of the bark on ...

Small trees can transform even the tiniest yards into vibrant, year-round havens without overwhelming the space. From fragrant flowers to colorful foliage and even fresh fruit, compact varieties bring ...