All tree leaves have an outer layer called the epidermis, which can also be used in the identification process. This leaf "skin" always has a waxy cover called the cuticle and varies in thickness.

Bradford pear trees stink... literally. But there are many other reasons you will want to remove this invasive, ...

Pears are a tree-grown fruit widely available in the United States and around the world. Like apples, they are typically harvested in late summer and into mid-fall. There are many varieties of juicy, ...

1 ounce pear vodka, such as Grey Goose La Poire 1/2 ounce falernum liqueur 2 dashes Peychaud’s bitters 2–3 ounces dry sparkling white wine Splash of club soda 1 whole star anise and thin pear ...

He says three giant trees will have to be removed and repurposed. "In the long run, we’re going to have more green trees and more greenery in the courtyard than we currently have, and we are going to ...

In 2023, it was determined that Bradford pear trees showed qualities of invasive species, and the decision was made to make it illegal to purchase, grow, or plant these trees.

After a rough 2024 season that left shelves light and growers frustrated, pear producers in the Pacific Northwest are preparing for a strong comeback. With favorable spring weather and a healthy bloom ...