Circles of white mushrooms, or “fairy rings,” may add a whimsical touch to summer lawns. But beware — they’re probably poisonous.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is asking the public to look for and ...

Right about now, you may start to notice a powdery substance covering the leaves on your trees and shrubs – most likely, this ...

This fungus is especially common on tomato plants but is found on many species. Plants are infected from the bottom up, so ...

Researchers report that eight healthy babies were born with the help of a technique that uses DNA from three people to help mothers avoid passing rare diseases to their children.

Exposed tree roots can damage sidewalks and foundations, become a tripping hazard, and make lawn mowing difficult. Learn how ...

Spruce up your yard! With cold-weather hardiness, evergreen beauty and a range of sizes and shapes, the many types of spruce trees offer something for every landscape. Spruces are tall, symmetrical ...

While it can be tempting to layer your garden with dozens of colorful plants, you should never underestimate the beauty of a white-flowering tree. These serene white blossoms give your eye a place ...

A new fungal disease, caused by the aggressive _Corynespora cassiicola_, is threatening the critically endangered _Dipterocarpus bourdillonii_ tree in India's Western Ghats.

Three Killed In New Jersey As Storm Uproots Trees, Crushes Cars, Flattens Homes A violent thunderstorm that ripped through New Jersey Thursday night, July 3, left three people dead — including a ...