When it comes to choosing the right fast-growing tree for year-round privacy, the iconic Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) Christmas tree may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Its fresh ...

Oregon and North Carolina are the top states for growing the most Christmas trees in the U.S. Conditions in these states are ideal for growing popular types of Christmas trees. Christmas trees are ...

Thanks for writing in, Bert. We at the Garden often speak about planting trees and shrubs that are best suited for our Chicago-area climate. The tree in your photo appears to be a Douglas fir, which ...

The acre of coast redwood trees here in Mason County, Washington, was planted over three decades ago and has grown roughly twice as fast as its 130-year-old native neighbours of Douglas fir, hemlock ...

During their winter break, students in the Forest Resources Management program at Grays Harbor College gained field ...

We have all heard that the month of December is “the most wonderful time of the year”, according to a familiar song. December is associated with generosity, kindness and is a time to gather with ...

A decade-long die-off of Douglas fir trees centered in southwest Oregon has recently accelerated, potentially requiring forestland owners to change management strategies, experts say. Over the past 10 ...