Trees, Parks and Gardens in Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
The exotic and native plant collections at the Botanic Gardens, Mt. Coot-tha are some of the best examples in the world. The Bonsai House alone is an amazing collection of about 100 miniature trees and other plants some of which are over 80 years old. For eco-friendly enthusiasts the building is worth seeing. It is [...]
Ancient Tree Discovered In Southern California
In an exciting discovery in the Jurupa Mountains of southern California, researchers have found what they believe to be the oldest plant in the state as well as one of the oldest in the world. The tree is located growing amidst a grouping of boulders atop a hill in the Jurupa Mountains that has sheltered [...]
Olive Cultivation in Australia
Olive farming in Australia, dates back to the early 1800′s. It is recorded that olives were planted in small groves in Parramatta, near Sydney, in 1805. Olives and olive oil has always been identified as having curative powers, so to have olive trees carried and traded among shipping cultures throughout the world, including Australia, is [...]
Importance of plants and trees
Plants & trees are a vital part of man’s environment that contribute heavily to the ecosystem in which we live. Man’s relationship with and reliance on plants and trees is from time immemorial. We depend on both for various needs – food, shelter, oxygen and manufacture of different substances for human use. Animals are also [...]
Important component of the natural landscape
Trees have long been a part of the scope of nature, and for many people, the idea of trees no longer existing is a scary one. However, not everybody understands why trees are so important; for them, the below information should be studied and kept in mind. With knowledge comes understanding, and that cannot be [...]
Tree Huggers Support the Environment
A tree hugger is an individual dedicated to saving the environment, and who believes in the importance of preserving trees and natural resources in the community. The term “tree huggers” especially originated in the 1960s, when protests were prevalent, and many individuals would handcuff or rope themselves around trees near demolition events, in order to [...]
Trees in Australia
Unusual trees of Australia Australia has always been known for its unusual collection of flora and fauna. From duck billed platypus, wallaby to eucalyptus, The Australian continent has made its contribution to the plant and animal kingdom. Even though some of these plants and animals are well known, there are a few unusual trees found [...]
Unusual Trees
Some trees are unusual because of what they are. In Utah there is a formation called Pando or the Trembling Giant, which appears to be a thicket of separate trees. In truth this is one tree with many stems and sharing a single root system. It is estimated to weigh 6,600 tons. Others have been [...]
Rainforest Trees
According to botanists, in order for a forest to be qualified as a rainforest, it needs to be situated 25 degrees north and south of the equator. Rainforests can be found in many places such as Asia, Africa, Latin America and Australia. Rain forests are also known as tropical rainforest. The reason why it is [...]
Landscaping Trees
Small Backyards and Choosing Garden Trees Landscaping Trees have always been incredibly popular for use in larger gardens where they can grow to maturity looking absolutely wonderful. When we take a look at our own residential gardens they are, more often than not, small places and our choice of landscaping trees and shrubs is therefore [...]
Christmas Tree
Christmas Ideas Christmas Tree Central To Holiday Spirit Every year, our senses are bombarded with the wonderful sights and sounds of the Christmas holiday season. For many people, the Christmas tree majestically standing in a well chosen spot and decorated with loving care, is the main feature of the holiday decorations on this special day. [...]
Evergreen Trees
Everlasting Evergreen Trees Evergreen trees are a varied kind of tree that can be found in forests across the world and are a family of trees that maintain their foliage all year round. The trees are well known for their distinctive leaves, which differ greatly from the leaves of other trees in that they remain [...]
Indoor Trees
Feng-Shui – Indoor Tree Tranquility In decorating your home, putting a few live plants in the home is going to increase the air quality while filling in those empty spaces at the same time. You can decorate your home easily with a plant called the braided money tree. The braided money tree is also known [...]
Information on Bonsai Trees
Bonsai Gardening Basics Bonsai trees may look serene and very peaceful to you but they take a lot of time and effort to grow and cultivate. Bonsai gardening is an art form that has been around for several centuries. It originated in Asia and made its way around the world. For those people beginning the [...]
Fascinating Bonsai Tree
Banyan Bonsai – A Very Fascinating Tree The banyan is a very mystical kind of tree in the way that it grows and develops. It looks both reassuring and forbidding at the same time. Many Asian countries have a deep belief that spirits and ghosts reside in banyan trees. When you can apply it’s majestic [...]
Admiring Trees
Trees – The Most Exquisite and Useful Creations on Earth Trees are among the most versatile of the species inhabiting our beautiful planet. Imagine walking along a countryside, or in a scenic state park.. don’t those tall trees evoke happy, nostalgic memories? Trees can be found everywhere, right from the coldest of regions near the [...]
Choosing to grow fruit trees
A Short Guide To Growing Your Own Fruit Tree The thought of one day owning my own house with a nice garden is a distant dream, much less thinking about growing my own fruit trees in my nice garden. For many people doing the gardening is either a chore or a relaxing light exercise to [...]
Growing Your Fruit Tree
Growing your food organically offers a bounty of health benefits, from the elimination of chemicals to foods that offer the highest level of taste and quality. When vegetables and fruits are grown organically, the use of pesticides and herbicides is eliminated from the garden. Rather than relying on these often toxic substances to alleviate pest [...]
Nectarine Trees
Information On The Fruit Of Nectarine Trees Nectarine trees are a variant of peach trees. Their difference is the fruit skin: nectarines’ have smoother skin than that of peaches. There have been experiments showing nectarines growing from peach stones, and peaches from nectarine stones. Peach trees can produce nectarines through bud-variation and nectarines also produce [...]
Tree Huggers Support the Environment
Many people believe in supporting the environment and creating sustainability, but tree huggers generally take their practices a few steps further. Many modern tree huggers take action for the environment by recycling and reusing items.
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Trees, Parks and Gardens in Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
The exotic and native plant collections at the Botanic Gardens, Mt. Coot-tha are some of the best examples in the world. The Bonsai House alone is an amazing collection of about 100 miniature trees and other plants some of which are over 80 years old. For eco-friendly enthusiasts the building is worth seeing. It is [...]
Ancient Tree Discovered In Southern California
In an exciting discovery in the Jurupa Mountains of southern California, researchers have found what they believe to be the oldest plant in the state as well as one of the oldest in the world. The tree is located growing amidst a grouping of boulders atop a hill in the Jurupa Mountains that has sheltered [...]
Olive Cultivation in Australia
Olive farming in Australia, dates back to the early 1800′s. It is recorded that olives were planted in small groves in Parramatta, near Sydney, in 1805. Olives and olive oil has always been identified as having curative powers, so to have olive trees carried and traded among shipping cultures throughout the world, including Australia, is [...]
Importance of plants and trees
Plants & trees are a vital part of man’s environment that contribute heavily to the ecosystem in which we live. Man’s relationship with and reliance on plants and trees is from time immemorial. We depend on both for various needs – food, shelter, oxygen and manufacture of different substances for human use. Animals are also [...]