Forests protect against avalanches, but not every forest is equally effective. Thanks to almost 50 years of observations at ...

A new map shows forest height around the globe and will improve estimates of how much carbon is stored in trees.

Going out on a (redwood tree) limb: Variation in water stress with increasing height in redwood trees determines leaf anatomy Date: June 28, 2010 Source: American Journal of Botany Summary: How ...

Six Inch Tall Tree: Genetic Modification Used To Control Height Of Trees Date: June 19, 2007 Source: Oregon State University Summary: Forest scientists have used genetic modification to ...

IT HAS been a busy week for tree huggers – discovering not only the world’s tallest tree but also what governs a tree’s ultimate height. Until 7 September the record was held by 112.8-metre ...