There are lots of unique species of maple trees that can provide many years of shade. With so many options, there's a perfect ...

These three maples have somewhat similar-looking leaves. On the surface, you may think this is simply an academic exercise. But if you care about invasive plants and local ecology, this distinction is ...

You might not have noticed, but drop by drop, the first harvest of 2021 has begun. There's more sunlight. Maple trees and their shallow roots break their dormancy, and the sap will be ready to rise up ...

Maple syrup harvests take place in the late winter and early spring, yet Americans seem to only care about maple treats during fall. Maybe it’s because of the flavor, which plays well with hot drinks ...

Q. My maple tree has black spots on the leaves that just appeared recently. Should I be concerned about this? What should I do? A. Sometimes wet conditions earlier in the season can cause problems ...

If you ask Dave Shepard, prairies get a bit too much credit around here. He’s a tree guy, and he wants to make sure the area’s ancient woodlands get some recognition too. Ancient forests in this part ...