Wrongly Imprisoned Tree If you travel to the town of Derby in Western Australia, you will likely hear about its famous ‘Prison Tree’. This ancient boab tree has become quite popular among locals and tourists alike, becoming one the town’s biggest – if not the biggest – attraction. This tree is most famous for being a significant …
Saved by Snooze Button It is not every day that you hear a snooze alarm saving a life, but that is exactly what happened with Raymond Bowling from Austin, Indiana in the USA. Every day, Raymond sets his alarm at 5:30 AM and waits for the first snooze alarm before preparing for work. He normally …
1. Water Generously The first and most effective way to help your trees survive the heat is by watering them more, both in the amount and frequency. Heatwaves and hot seasons often dry the soil out, reducing the water content in the soil and increasing its temperature. Prevent this (or at least minimise the effects) …
Weakening the Foundation One of the biggest dangers that trees pose to homes and buildings is the weakening of the surrounding soil. Trees, like most other plants, have root systems that frequently branch out in search of water and nutrients. As these root systems extend and grow, they eventually displace the surrounding soil. This, in …
Why City Trees are More Dangerous than Forest Trees It seems counter-intuitive to say that people living in heavily wooded areas are safer from tree damage than urbanites, but this surprising fact is actually true. Let us explain why. In a forest or bushland environment, there are usually many trees, all of which are competing …
