“Each bushel of seed or cones collected helps grow the next generation of Minnesota’s forests,” said Nicole Schafer, DNR seed ...

The Nuwä people of the Mountains utilized more than 100 different species of native plants for food, but none were as prized ...

They're a classic winter sight — but can you tell different types of conifer trees apart? Here's what distinguishes fir, pine ...

Fallen seeds and seed pods can be a major nuisance, but proper identification can make it easier to learn how (and if) you ...

Across 24 peaks and 240 miles through the Sierra Nevada, a UC Davis team searches for high-altitude Jeffrey pines to learn ...

Kauri trees are among the largest (total mass) in the world and can live upwards of 2500 years. The largest known living ...

Bonsai-trained evergreen species of trees and shrubs are yet another example of the magical ways in which artfully pruned plants can enliven even the tiniest of city gardens in winter, using hardy ...

The Loblolly Pine ( Pinus taeda) is considered the fastest-growing pine species, characterized by its unique appearance, with dense foliage at the top and bare trunks. This tall, straight evergreen ...

Knots in floorboards can reveal much about the source tree. Pine, for example, often features multiple small knots originating from a common point. This reflects the growth pattern of young plantation ...

A mix of outdoors stories from Minnesota, including information on a Minnesota Conservation Federation fundraiser at Al’s ...

The clear light that belongs to October was making the landscape radiant.” – Florence Bone The recent sunshine brought a true ...

Planting the right mix of native trees and shrubs will increase wildlife viewing opportunities, writes Hans Kunze.