Austinites can help protect its urban forest from climate change by planting a diverse mix of tree species and caring for trees through proper pruning, watering and soil health practices.
The Texas Ebony Tree is a member of the legume family, displaying waxy green leaves that defy drought conditions and high temperatures with ease.
If you've spent a summer in Central Texas, you may have noticed something special ripening in backyards, parks, and community gardens: figs! These sweet, soft fruits are one of the hidden gems of our region.
Youth Forest Council Member Katherine Abel writes about her Community Action Project at Vandegrift High School.
As spring unfolds in Central Texas, a golden-orange fruit begins ripening on trees across the region.
Have you ever heard of a wonderful tree called the Mexican Buckeye?
The 6th annual Roots & Wings Festival, which kicks off October 18 and runs through November 5, 2023, is a three-week celebration of Austin’s urban forest and the pollinators, plants and animals who call it home.
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