1 Trees save lives in heatwaves, say experts
Trees are known to give a range of environmental benefits, but new research suggests that they are also playing an important role in saving human lives during heatwaves. Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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2 Research native plants first
To create a landscape that's pleasing to the eye and the natural world, the pros encourage homeowners to understand the limitations of native plants, the various definitions of "native" and how non-indigenous and cultivated varieties can fill in the blanks. Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer
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3 Tree's weapon against elephants? Ants!
Ecologists have discovered the secret weapon used by certain acacia trees to defend themselves against ravenous elephants: ants. The finding could one day help conservationists protect vulnerable plants from elephants and other large herbivores, said University of Florida biologist Todd... Source: Los Angeles Times
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4 An easy hike into the past
GOLD BEACH – Douglas fir trees towering more than 200 feet, along with 21 other species of trees, plants and shrubs, can be found along an easy 1.5 mile loop trail 1,100 feet above the Rogue River. The trail, known as the Frances Schrader Old Growth Trail, is dedicated to Schrader, a longtime employee of the U.S. Forest Service. According to the trail guide, Schrader “possessed a heartfelt ... Source: Curry Coastal Pilot
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5 You can have tropical plants in Austin if you aren't too picky
You can have tropical plants in Austin if you aren't too picky Source: Austin American-Statesman
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6 Nancy Szerlag: Meter takes guesswork out of watering trees
Fall is an ideal time to plant most trees and shrubs. Cooling temperatures puts less stress on the plants, and as they head dormant they put their energy in to root growth rather than top growth, giving them several months to become established. Source: Detroit News
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7 Trees can help guard homes, Ringwood expert says
A RINGWOOD tree consultant says lopping down trees is not the only solution to protecting houses from bushfires. Source: Leader Community Newspapers
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8 Tree's weapon against elephants? Ants
The insects that live in a certain acacia sting the tender inside of pachyderms' trunks, deterring the hungry giants, ecologists report. The finding may be used to protect other vulnerable plants. Ecologists have discovered the secret weapon used by certain acacia trees to defend themselves against ravenous elephants: ants. Source: Los Angeles Times
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9 Local News
Jenna Kalalau of AmeriCorps waters the plants at Ke Kahua while working near the intersection of Kahekili Highway and Waiehu Beach Road on Thursday morning. Kalalau was among members of a work crew that helped tend the banana trees, ti plants and taro flourishing on the 11.5-acre farm. Source: The Maui News
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10 Gardening Tips: Lessons about life that trees teach us
1.) Be firmly rooted in your particular place. Trees are not wishy-washy, nor are they easily pushed around or moved once they have become established. Some humans have these attributes, too. Together they are referred to as “integrity.” Source: The Daily Mail
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