Some trees don’t just survive centuries, they survive civilisations. And for that reason and more, they are rightfully called iconic and historic. These ancient beings have stood through geological ...

With so many varieties sold as Christmas trees, knowing what differentiates a Douglas fir from a Norway spruce is key to shopping for a real tree you’ll love. You’re likely to see more than one ...

Paying for gifts, decorations and gingerbread houses can become quite expensive, so the U.S. Department of the Interior is hoping to ease some financial burden by making Christmas trees more ...

Fake trees have been around for longer than you might think—but how do they compare to real trees when it comes to sustainability and your health? In some countries, artificial Christmas trees are ...

The tradition of using evergreen trees and plants for winter celebrations predates Christianity. Ancient cultures like the Romans, Egyptians, and Celts used evergreens to symbolize life and the ...

This year's tree is a 75-foot Norway spruce from East Greenbush, New York. The Rockefeller Center tree is lit and the holiday season is underway in New York City. Host Reba McEntire, Marc Anthony, ...

Mornings often began with Dan Russ birdwatching on his tree-lined property. On cold days, he’d look through the kitchen window in the house his family owned for generations. On warm days, he’d watch ...

For many families, choosing a real Christmas tree marks the official start of the holiday season. The scent, the visit to the local farm, watching dad wrestle a half-rusted saw through the branches ...

Estrella Luna-Diez receives funding from UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) and the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). Anne-Marie Culhane receives funding from UKRI and the NERC. Bruno Barcante ...

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Rockefeller Center announced Oct. 27 that its iconic Christmas tree for this year will come from East Greenbush, New York and is being donated by the Russ ...