Trees, or forests for that matter, hardly seem like they’ve got anything interesting going on, given that they mostly stay ...

The planet is becoming greener, but scientists warn that forests with fast-growing trees are more fragile and less resilient.

Native forest restoration usually starts with faster growing "nurse plants" that provide shelter under which to plant bigger ...

Scientists have shown how actively managing forests to prevent wildfires can also boost the snowpack, a critical source of ...

The forests of the world are teeming with life, from the towering trees down to the microscopic organisms that quietly ...

If a tree falls in the forest, it can create an opening for more incoming light, and that makes a significant impact on the surrounding environment, according to new research. An international science ...

NEW YORK -- It's a tough time to be a tree. For this Earth Day, National Geographic has focused its lens on humanity's relationship with the world's 3 trillion trees and 10 billion acres of forest, ...

Remarkable research has unlocked new understanding of the mysterious ways trees communicate and share knowledge with each other – and much like in many animal species, the wisdom of age plays a vital ...

A study of over 275 violins suggests that Antonio Stradivari used wood from high-altitude forests in northern Italy to craft ...

Ancient alerce trees may shelter entire underground ecosystems, with vast fungal networks helping forests cycle nutrients and store carbon.

Research shows that a phenomenon called St. Elmo’s Fire, which occurs during thunderstorms, may be much more common than ...

The centerpiece for home holiday decorating could cost next to nothing if you live near a national forest and are willing to do some heavy lifting. The U.S. Forest Service is encouraging Americans to ...