9 Things To Check Before Using Dead Trees As Firewood

Chopping wood with an axe in woodpile. Mid shot

Cutting down trees for firewood can be both rewarding and challenging. But what about that dead tree in your path? Can you process it into firewood? It’s dead, most likely not viable for any other use, so why not cut it up and burn it? You can use dead trees for firewood, but you should […]

9 Different Animals And Insects That Live In Trees

As you probably are aware, trees can provide food, nice views, and shelter. If you’re wondering how the shelter comes into play, you may want to know about the kinds of critters living your trees.  Some of the most common animals and insects you will find living in trees are squirrels, geckos, raccoons, skunks, birds, […]

6 Trees Insects Love (Most Common Types)

Forest of conifers in the mountains - trees in the mountains

Wherever there are trees, there are bound to be insects. When you’re out in the summertime or walking through the woods, it is evident that bugs are present, but there are some trees that insects love even more than they like bothering you! While trees in general attract variety of bugs and insects, these are […]

Here’s The Best Time To Prune Large Trees (Pruning Tips)

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You won’t be the only one weeping if you prune your large trees at the wrong time of year. Large trees are known to ‘weep’ sap out of large cuts if their branches are cut during their active growing season. When actually is the best time to prune large trees? Always prune large branches from […]

Why Trees Can’t Survive Without Branches (Can They Grow?)

tree top of an old tree

Have you ever wondered whether a tree could still thrive without all of the branches that make it appear the way it does? Branches are a significant portion of any tree, and they may just be more crucial than you think. Perhaps the real question is, is there a scenario where a tree could even […]

9 Places Air Plants Love To Be Planted (Indoor And Outdoor)

Tillandsia

Air plants are definitely gaining popularity, especially among those born without a green thumb! These interesting plants do not need a pot or soil to grow, getting all their nutrients from the air. So, where exactly do you plant an air plant that doesn’t need soil? Indoors, air plants love to be planted near a […]

9 Types Of Firewood That Produce The Least Amount Of Smoke

Natural organic wooden background. Firewood stacked and prepared for winter season. Close-up of chopped firewood.

If you have experience with bonfires, campfires, fire pits, or fireplaces, you know some firewood puts off a lot of smoke while others seem to burn with no or very little smoke. Have you ever wanted to know which firewoods burn the cleanest? If so, you’re in luck because we have a list of 9 […]

5 Reasons Why Ash Trees Make Wonderful Shade Trees

Fraxinus ornus samaras (ash tree)

While it’s nice to soak up the sun on a warm summer day, we can probably all agree that it’s a wonderful feeling to sit underneath a tree and soak in that shade. We all know of the popular trees like oak and maple, but did you know that other trees like ash trees are […]

9 Best Woods That Burn The Brightest For Your Fire

An axe stuck in a log in front of a pile of wood

When you go camping, one of the most important and iconic features of camping is the campfire. It provides warmth, comfort, light, helps to keep the biting bugs away, and you can cook on it. When you are getting a campfire going, you want a big, bright, and hot flame, so here we have compiled […]

7 Simple Steps To Prune Your Flowering Cherry Tree

Pink drooping cherry blossoms called Yae-beni-shidare bloom

Is your flowering cherry tree looking like it woke up with a severe case of bed head? Well, it may be time to break out the pruning shears. What are the best ways to prune your flowering cherry tree? Properly pruning flowering cherry trees encourages flowering and fresh growth. It also removes dead branches and […]