It's the first observation of "sympatric" evolution: that two species evolved from a common ancestor despite no geographical separation ...

Ever wonder how many trees stand tall in North America's vast boreal forest? A new University of Alberta study has the answer ...

Quinces were far more known and cultivated than apples for centuries, but they seem to be lost in obscurity nowadays. Let's ...

Tree planting is a long-term commitment. While you may want to cheat a bit and plant a fast-growing variety, there are some ...

“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” as the saying goes — but when it comes to Bradford pear trees, the nose often disagrees. Despite their lovely spring blooms, many say the trees emit a ...

Pear Tree Polaris Intl Opportunities Fd earns a Below Average Process Pillar rating. The process benefits from the experience of the management team, which averages 20 years at this fund.

Stand aside, Bradford pear. There's a new invasive plant in town ... Here's what you need to know about the common privet. The plant is a semi-evergreen shrub or small tree that can grow up to 20 feet ...

Bradford pear trees give off an unpleasant odor, though they do look pretty. Bradford pear trees are an invasive species, and their beauty is one of the problems. Have you gone on a walk around ...

Callery pear trees surround both sides of Pennsylvania State Route 376 near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on April 16, 2025. (Liz Partsch photo) SALEM, Ohio — An invasion is underway, but instead of ...

That tree is the Callery pear, he said. The Callery pear was once bred and sold by nurseries and greenhouses as a tree that bloomed early with a beautiful showing of white flowers, and they would ...