Crystal To plants some aspen seedlings. She says she won't think of herself as a true tree-planter until she gets 2,000 seedlings into the ground in a day.

Crystal To plants some aspen seedlings. She says she won't think of herself as a true tree-planter until she gets 2,000 seedlings into the ground in a day. (Gord Loverin/CBC) ...

Hedges and trees may actually reduce home exposure to radiant heat and flying embers, but they must be well maintained. Two ...

A strict 'Zone 0' rule against landscaping is risky. Well-maintained and watered vegetation could prevent the spread of fires.

With Utah’s dry climate and extreme weather, Utah faces many of the same wildfire threats as California in January. Could Utah be next?

What is the largest organism? Until a few years ago, Oregon’s “humongous fungus” was considered the world’s largest organism.

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Our public lands are an heirloom for the future. They are not for sale. But there is a very ugly provision buried in the bill ...

California plan to ban most plants within 5 feet of homes for wildfire safety overlooks some important ... Aspen trees, for example, have been recommended to reduce fire risk near structures or ...

California’s proposed Zone 0 regulations go beyond what is currently known from scientific research regarding plant flammability.

The most trees To has planted in an eight-hour shift is 1,620. She says she won't think of herself as a true tree-planter until she tops 2,000 seedlings in one day. Under her current contract, To ...