such as the pluot with its plum and apricot parents — come from Zaiger Genetics of Modesto. Leith Gardner, a second-generation breeder, led the tour group through her fruit and nut cultivars. They ...

The little tree in Josh Smith's yard at the base of Bear Mountain resembled an alder, the scrappy and familiar Alaskan shrub.

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However, choosing the right tree can be quite the endeavor, especially when there are so many varieties to consider. Below is a closer look at some popular types of Christmas trees to help you decide.

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The world’s largest tree has been rigorously dated for the first time, confirming it is at least 16,000 years old. Named Pando, the tree is a quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) with around ...

DNA samples from one of the world’s largest and oldest plants — a quaking aspen tree (Populus tremuloides) in Utah called Pando — have helped researchers to determine its age and revealed ...

Photo courtesy Getty Images. Plants and trees can add color and shade to your property – but did you know that there are certain types that are believed to bring luck, fortune and prosperity?