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Walnut trees are any species of tree in the plant genus Juglans, the type genus of the family Juglandaceae, the seeds of which are referred to as walnuts. Many people also consider walnut trees attractive because of their deciduous leaves and large 50- to 75-foot spread. Walnut trees have long compound leaves with 5 to 23 short-stalked leaflets. … Read more
Softwood is usually wood from gymnosperm trees such as pine and spruce, which often reproduce using cones and occasionally nuts. The trees classified as softwoods have needle- or scale-like leaves that, with a few exceptions, remain on the tree all through the year. Hence, softwood trees are sometimes called evergreens. Botanically, they are known as gymnosperms … Read more
Poplar trees are tall deciduous trees valued for ornament, shelter belts, pulp and wood, and include cottonwood and aspen. Poplar trees produce bright green leaves. In the fall the leaves sometimes take on a bright yellow or gold color. The flowers of the poplar are yellowish catakins that form on the tree in the spring before … Read more
The genus Fraxinus, a family of deciduous trees, includes the olive and the ash tree. The trees primarily grow in the northern hemisphere, and 18 ash species are found in the United States. Five predominate the market for lumber cuts and ornamental tree plantings. Most ash trees are small to medium in height, although some … Read more
Dragon fruit, also known as Pitaya or Pitahaya, is a member of the cactus family, and is botanically found in two separate genera: Hylocereus and Selenicereus. However, the most commonly cultivated varieties are in the genus, Hylocereus, including the white-fleshed fruit, Hylocereus undatus. The Dragon fruit plant has also been nicknamed Belle of the Night, … Read more
A Poppy can be any member of the genus Papaver, which contains about 70 species of annuals, perennials and biennial plants. Poppy plants are known for their bright flowers with crepe paper-like petals, interesting seed pods and useful seeds. All are native to temperate zones of the world. Most have four petals, often crinkled, resembling … Read more
To further group trees into distinctive categories, they are classified as either hardwood or softwood. Softwood trees are usually those that produce needles, such as pine trees. These trees are evergreen, keeping their foliage throughout the winter months. On the other hand, hardwood trees are typically deciduous, dropping their leaves during the fall and winter … Read more
A shade tree is a large tree whose primary role is to provide shade in the surrounding environment due to its spreading canopy and crown, where it may give shelter from sunlight in the heat of the summer for people who seek recreational needs in urban parks and house yards, and thus, also protecting them from the sun’s harmful UV rays and sunburns. Shade trees often … Read more
Fast-growing trees can be a blessing when you need shade, a bit of privacy or if you need to block an unattractive view of your neighbors. It’s tempting to choose trees that grow as quickly as possible, but sometimes the fastest-growing trees are the worst choices. This is because many fast-growing trees grow so quickly … Read more
If you enjoy watching wildlife in the fall and winter months, consider planting trees, shrubs or vines that produce berries. Many native berries mature in late summer to early fall and disappear, in part, because animals and birds eat and spread them. Fortunately, many native plants and introduced species can provide beautiful berries that persist into the winter months and … Read more