National Geographic's Wonder Lessons will teach you how to navigate the stars, spot cloud types, recognize common trees, and ...

These three maples have somewhat similar-looking leaves. On the surface, you may think this is simply an academic exercise. But if you care about invasive plants and local ecology, this distinction is ...

When you hear “maple,” maybe you think maple syrup or perhaps you think of our state tree, the sugar maple (Acer saccharum). There are 13 species of maple trees native to North America, seven of which ...

One of the most popular trees to plant worldwide are maple (Acer) trees. With so many species, including several native to the U.S., you have your pick of stunning and unique maple varieties perfect ...

Florida's Big Bend region, between the Apalachicola River and Tallahassee, boasts 138 tree species, making it one of the most ...

Trees like the Japanese maple or coleus plants are well known for their vibrant foliage. Their leaves can show two, three or ...