Learn how trees use massive amounts of water through the process of transpiration for the benefit of themselves and the Earth.

Trees near roadways and sidewalks and other similar root- and water-inhibiting barriers are the ones that suffer the most. Those in private yards planted on higher grade, where water runs off ...

Proper moisture is crucial for growth and production. Water is vital when it comes to the health and productivity of fruit trees, supporting both root development and leaf growth. “Without the ...

Southern Botanical arborist David Brantley breaks down the common issues faced by trees in North Texas and how to address them.

The primary functions of roots are to anchor the tree to the ground, store carbohydrates, absorb water and nutrients, and conduct those nutrients to the vascular system of the tree.

Plant roots will anchor into soil with the help of gravitropism, but the direction of their growth can change and move toward a water source when it must. A new study has shown that this directional ...

Gather ‘round, kidlets, and I’ll tell you a story about trees. Much of it is true and some I made up. You decide. Way back in the last century, a town’s history committee decided that a certain stand ...

Just like people need more water in the hotter months of summer, so do Missoula’s trees, which is why the City is asking for ...

We asked a pro arborist to weigh in on whether people should cover their tree roots above ground, here's what he said.

Water established trees and shrubs with overhead sprinklers. Apply a deep watering over the entire root zone area until the top 6 to 9 inches of soil are moist.

Water is vital when it comes to the health and productivity of fruit trees, supporting both root development and leaf growth. “Without the right amount of water, trees can become stressed ...