When early gardeners first brought tree of heaven to the United States, the country itself was less than a decade old. In the hundreds of years since, this ornamental tree has spread itself far and ...

Indiana has rich biodiversity with thousands of species in unique habitats, but the ornamental plant trade, globalization and development have introduced new threats to these ecosystems. IndyStar is ...

Avoid these six invasive trees that harm native ecosystems and create long-term problems in Southern yards. Learn what not to ...

Ailanthus altissima, commonly known as the tree of heaven plant, is incredibly fast-growing. It can reach 25 feet in height in the single year and is found throughout Kansas. Luis Fernández García CC ...

A man holding a clipboard, inspecting a tree. - Lsophoto/Getty Images Many plants look similar, and while sometimes this results in a harmless case of mistaken identity, other times it could have ...

Photo Description: Of five nonnative tree species invasive in the southeastern USA, only logs of Triadica sebifera, Chinese tallowtree, successfully produced edible shiitake mushrooms. On farm trials ...

Many plants look similar, and while sometimes this results in a harmless case of mistaken identity, other times it could have disastrous consequences for you and your garden. Even experts sometimes ...