Francis Quadrangle is marked by its six MU Columns and the large shady trees that ring the historical center of the campus. The 15 pin oak trees on the quad are used frequently by students to lean ...

The classic and trusted book “Fifty Common Trees of Indiana” by T.E. Shaw was published in 1956 as a user-friendly guide to local species. Nearly 70 years later, the publication has been updated ...

On this edition of ID That Tree, meet a species of native Indiana oak from the broad red/black oak family, which is found in bottomlands and areas with imperfectly drained soil, the Pin Oak. This ...

A rare look at the earliest stage of a pin oak tree shows how an acorn develops roots and leaves. Learn how one seedling was identified, transplanted and its role in supporting local wildlife. This is ...

Of all the magnificent trees that shade our yards and line our streets, the most bountiful are oaks. “Oaks feed more wildlife than any other trees in our region,” said Spencer Campbell, Plant Clinic ...

Find out what types of oak trees are best for your growing conditions, from dry to wet, and sandy to clay soil. I'm a big fan of all types of oak trees, and I’ve even sprouted an acorn from a tree at ...