The long lifespan of many trees, which could be centuries or even millennia in the case of a few species, is a source of awe and inspiration for many. The bark of trees can often tell some stories ...

Gardeners who limit their love to leaves and flowers are barking up the wrong tree. Sure, those ephemeral features are undeniably seductive, but their allure is limited to warmer months. In the ...

To a botanist, the bark of a tree is a defensive outer layer whose job is to insulate the living inner tissues from extremes of cold and heat, and protect them from damage by insect attack or ravenous ...

The bark of a tree is its own protection against the weather. While we shrug on a coat when it’s wet or cold, a tree will grow its own to insulate itself, keeping moisture out when it’s raining and in ...

Trees are nearly always selected for their flowers, foliage, or form. Yet, at this time of year, there is an often overlooked arboreal feature that may achieve sudden prominence in the garden. In ...

If you are looking for a tree with white bark for your garden or trying to identify a tree that you have recently seen, this page is designed to help. Trees with white bark are always eye-catching.

Cork oak, Quercus suber, is an evergreen oak native to parts of Europe and Africa. This oak is known for its bark, which is used for wine bottle corks as well as flooring, insulation and soundproofing ...

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