When it comes to Christmas tree care, there's plenty of bad advice floating around. Here's a look at myths and facts.

As part of my duties as an extension agent, I answer a lot of questions about trees. Many times, folks are surprised that the solution they found online was not the best one, and that sometimes it was ...

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For two weeks, we have discussed some common tree myths as well as the scientifically correct reality drawn from a program recently presented by columnist John Cox and Leo Kelly. Kelly is a University ...

Recently, Leo Kelly, a University of Connecticut master gardener, state Department of Environmental Protection licensed arborist and chairman of the West Haven Tree Commission, and columnist John Cox ...

Buying a real tree or pulling that artificial tree out of the attic this year? Researchers at the Texas A&M Forest Service say to have a positive impact on the environment, you should go with a real ...

From popular songs like “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” to ‘O Christmas Tree,’ the Christmas tree is the centerpiece of many Christmas celebrations. Unlike reports of a Christmas tree shortage, ...

Most homeowners treasure the trees on their property but know little about how to care for them. Much of what you may have heard about tree care is actually incorrect, based on myths and ...

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