We all recognize the tree chosen by Charlie Brown in the popular holiday cartoon, A Charlie Brown Christmas. Charlie’s evergreen had a short, crooked form, with wimpy branches and needles that easily ...

George Blue Spruce Jr., the first Native dentist, died at 94 at his home in Surprise. Blue Spruce worked for many years at makeshift dental clinics and helped support the first Native dentists group.

Q: I have always loved the look of blue spruce, and I see many Maryland nurseries stocking them. I’ve heard that I should consider alternatives. Why? A: Every plant has something it can be vulnerable ...

Q: We have 5.5 acres with several hundred white pines, 7 blue spruce, and 2 red pines. Several of the blue spruce are dying. Several years ago, two started dying from the bottom up. We put evergreen ...

When George Blue Spruce Jr. accepted his first postmilitary job practicing dentistry for the Indian Health Service, he found himself in for a rude awakening. It wasn’t culture shock, exactly. Born to ...

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Every state has its own official tree, a living emblem that reflects a state’s natural heritage, character, and pride. State trees are chosen not just for their beauty, but for the role they play in ...

Indiana has a variety of outdoor activities people can enjoy year-round, but as the winter season rolls in and the air begins to chill, venturing outside can become less appealing. Fortunately, ...