River Birch are one of those trees that are probably recommended by landscape architects quite frequently. They possess some unique characteristics, and they are aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Read on to find out the pros and cons of choosing to plant River Birch trees. General Characteristics of River Birch Trees According to the USDA […]

I wonder how much tree diversity is on the earth? I usually frequent a forest dominated by large Beech and Sycamore trees. Although they dominate this forest, fall leaves tell a different story. I want to learn more about how many tree species there are. I did some research, and I found some great resources. […]

Maple tree seeds are also called helicopters or whirly birds. These trees usually produce prolific amounts of seeds.  An acre of maple trees may produce a million seeds. There are 14 different varieties of maple trees common in North America. They are each slightly different. It’s better to know the variety of the tree, then […]

When spring comes, I love the spring flowering trees. The splashes of pink, magenta, and even white make me happy. Adding flowering trees to a landscape design can make it more interesting and varied. Read on to find out about some really pretty flowering trees. Spring Flowering Dogwood Trees Dogwood trees used to be very common […]

Pin Oak trees or Fagaceae Quercus palustris Muenchh. are easy to find in Virginia. They are fairly easy to identify be their leaves. The leaves are alternate on the branches. They are 3 to 5 inches long, and they are 5-7 lobes. The tips or ends of the lobes are bristled. The sinuses, or area […]