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Trees
Above ground, trees and shrubs perform important environmental services by providing food and shelter to people and wildlife, oxygenating the air, and beautifying the landscape. Below ground, their roots open up critical passageways for the movement of air, moisture, and soil food web members.
10,768 Questions
How does a jacaranda tree reproduce?
A jacaranda tree reproduces like any other tree. Planting jacaranda seeds increases the tree population. Apparently, seeds from the tree fall off of the tree itself as well.
How do sequoia trees get so large?
Redwood trees get big because of the temperature and the light.Ex:One tree might have been big so the other trees around it had to grow taller to get to the light.
Why are the leaves falling off of your blood orange tree?
Possibly shock. Was the plant rooted through the base of the container? If so this is possibly the reason.
Another possibility is some form of insect infestation (probably mites if you did not notice them).
If you scrape a small portion of the bark and the stem is still green underneath then it is fine and can be placed outdoors again in the spring.
What adaptations do western red cedar trees have?
It's waxy coating, it helps it store water. Also the fact of it height(the height of the western red cedar is 60 meters), it helps it collect lots of sunlight.
Is olive tree wood a good firewood?
Yes, olive tree wood is considered good firewood. It burns slowly and produces a high heat output, making it efficient for heating. Additionally, it has a pleasant aroma when burned, which many people enjoy. However, it can be difficult to split due to its density, so proper equipment may be necessary.
What do you call a dark brown nut of the chestnut tree?
Chestnut or as we always called them as children 'conkers' xx
What are Trees that shed their leaves annually?
Some trees (Madrone, Eucalyptus) shed leaves as a response to hot weather (such as in August).
Do conifers have or don't have leaves?
Conifers have leaves but not flowers.
The leaves are called needles, they do not look like leaves from deciduous trees.
Where would one find Jarrah wood?
Jarrah wood is wood from a specific species of Eucalyptus tree - Eucalyptus marginata. These trees can frequently be found in forests in the southwestern areas of Western Australia.
Why do some trees have major bends in their branches?
Because the houses block sunlight whereas the road is an open space
What is life span skyline locust tree?
The black Locust has a typical life span of about 20 years, much less than other tree species. Some trees live 200 years or more.
In which state are you most likely to see royal palm trees?
Because the Royal Palm is intolerant of cold, it is considered a tropical or subtropical species. The only places in the U.S. where they are grown outside are Florida, southern California and extreme south Texas on the gulf coast. So says our friends at Wikipedia, and the link is provided.
What is another name for Maple Tree?
Biologically, maple trees are in the genus Acer. Depending on the tree or source they could be found in the family Aceraceade or Sapindaceae. They are considered angiosperms. Each species has its own species name. This is of course the biological naming system for the plant. As for more common names the below web site is pretty good: Source: http://www.maple-trees.com/
What is the scientific name of the 'Lauan tree'?
Shorea spp is the scientific name of the lauan tree. The specific type of lauan tends to be red, whose scientific name therefore is Shorea teysmanniana. Its common name is Philippine mahogany even though its wood isn't mahogany.
yes it is from Indonesia i believe. it is imported to the us and is a major ingredient in the making of tires
Is alder hardwood or softwood?
A soft hardwood is the way in which alder trees (Alnus spp) tend to be described.
Specifically, it is a member of the birch family (Betulaceae). It therefore is considered a hardwood. But its wood cooperates with the intricate detailing that people often like to see carved into furniture. Because of its cooperative nature, it therefore is considered among the softer of the hardwoods.
How can you tell when a tree is really frightened?
Her head will be up, ears perked, and often you will see the whites of her eyes. She will be snorting a lot too. She will be moving quicker than if she were calm, in such a way trying to find her way out be it through you or through a fence, if you don't show her another way out.
You can cut them back after flowers have faded or leave them to the Spring, when they should be cut back to allow new growth.
