Most of the world’s tree species have a close relationship with the fungi, known as ectomycorrhizae, that grow on their roots. These form a dense network around the fine roots, supplying the trees ...

The researchers investigated the growth of genetically ... A study of tree rings in the Gaspesie's Sainte-Anne River area reveals that snowpacks have been declining noticeably in the region's ...

More than half of tree growth in the UK could be lost within 25 years due to the twin threat of invasive pests and diseases, new research warns. Their arrivals are likely to "severely damage" UK ...

However, a young tree may look entirely different from the parent tree. A forest-grown tree may grow tall and slender while his field-grown cousin develops a maximum crown in the open sun.

The organization says the new growth indicates positive signs for the tree's long-term recovery. Arborist Steve Nimz of Tree Solutions Hawaii inspected the tree and "found no significant signs of ...

There are always exceptions but, in most trees, the tap root usually dies off early in the life of the tree and does not continue growing. Other root myths include: Roots just grow out from the ...