This month, a trio of sculptures by local artist John Birch were incorporated as the fifth installation along the growing History and Culture Trail. This innovative project is a collaborative ...

The majestic live oak is losing its battle for survival to suburban sprawl and the encroachment of taller trees, a new University of Florida study finds. An icon in American history and literature, ...

PASS CHRISTIAN, MS (WLOX) - Wood from a storm-damaged live oak in Pass Christian will be used to rebuild a historic wooden ship. Large sections of the tree will help restore the Mayflower II, a ...

Hurricane Katrina produced many downed live oak trees, but those losses have become a gain for Connecticut's Mystic Seaport. Live oak wood is invaluable for ship restoration. A whaling vessel built in ...

What is the difference between an oak tree and a live oak? I have to admit this is a matter to which I have never devoted a great deal of thought. Man’s place in the universe? My old telephone number?

Fall is the ideal time to plant hardy trees, shrubs, ground covers and vines. If you've been thinking about adding a shade tree to your landscape, do it now. Oaks are a popular option. Quercus is the ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- The majestic live oak is losing its battle for survival to suburban sprawl and the encroachment of taller trees, a new University of Florida study finds. An icon in American ...