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The Western Larch is the only conifer tree that loses its needles in the fall. Here are some more fun facts about this Rocky Mountain tree. Continue reading
7 Facts About The Western Larch – A Deciduous Conifer
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Male Cones – Conifers Have Both Male and Female Cones
Here is a male cone. Photo via Flickr.
Conifer trees have both male cones and female cones that look very different from each other. These are necessary for conifers to reproduce. Continue reading
How Do Pine Trees Reproduce? They Make New Trees!
How do pine trees reproduce?
Pine trees reproduce and thrive in the high elevations of the Rocky Mountains. Here is an overview that explains how they do it. Continue reading
Common Trees of the Rocky Mountains
The common trees of the Rocky Mountains include many conifers and some broadleaf trees as well. Here are the most common trees you are likely to see in the Rockies. Continue reading
Cottonwood Trees – Facts About These Cool Trees
Cottonwood trees grow throughout the south-west and into the Rocky Mountains. Here are some fun facts about these magnificent trees. Continue reading
5 Quaking Aspen Facts For Nature Lovers
Aspen trees in the fall
Quaking Aspen are an iconic, widespread tree of the Rocky Mountains. Here are some very cool facts about this beautiful tree of the Rockies. Continue reading
5 Seed Facts – Amazing Reproductive Strategy
Seeds from a maple tree.
I wonder how many of these seed facts you already know? All seeds may share certain characteristics, but they come in many forms, shapes, and sizes. Continue reading
Gambel’s Oak – 4 Facts About These Common Trees
A beautiful Gambel’s Oak tree. Photo via Flickr.
Gambel’s Oak seem to be everywhere in the foothills around Salt Lake City. Here are 4 fun facts about these common Rocky Mountain trees. Continue reading
Seeds and Spores – What Are The Differences?
Pumpkin seeds.
Seeds and spores are both used to help plants or fungus reproduce and make new life. But, do you really know how they are different? Continue reading
Types of Leaves – Broadleaf, Needles, And Scales
This Aspen leaf is a type of broadleaf plant.
There are many different types of leaves, such as broadleaves, needles, and even scales. Here is an overview on the function of leaves and the different kinds. Continue reading