There are a lot of different conifers in the Rocky Mountains.
Rocky Mountain conifers include firs, spruces, and many pine trees. Here are the common conifers you are likely to see in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading
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I don’t know about you, but we have a beautiful Christmas Tree set up in our living room. Do you know the history of Christmas Trees and where this tradition began? Continue reading
A nice artificial Christmas tree. Photo via Flickr.
A recent poll of Americans found that most people use artificial christmas trees this holiday season. Here are 4 facts about these artificial trees that are becoming more common. Continue reading
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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
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?
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
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
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
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
What kind of tree are these evergreen needles on? Photo via Flickr.
Evergreen needles grow on many types of trees in the Rocky Mountains. Here are two tests to help you quickly identify if the needles are from a pine, spruce or fir tree. Continue reading