When we learn to recognise trees, if we learn at all, we normally start with visual clues; the shape of their leaves followed, perhaps, by the texture of their bark or the appearance of their ...

By Aislinn Sarnacki Have you ever noticed how much tree bark varies in texture, color and pattern? If your answer is “no,” I ...

American beech trees stand out with their light tan leaves that persist ... almost stringy bark. This bark is almost white in color and has a rough texture. If you see a white oak in a wooded ...