Lichens survive in a very wide range of habitats worldwide. Amazingly, more than 400 species can be found in Maryland.

I know many of us want winter to come to an end, but I would like just one more good snowstorm. I love all seasons, but I need a little more of that winter bleakness in the woods, primarily to help me ...

If you take a close look at some of the more established trees in your landscape, you may notice something you cannot seem to describe – it may look to you like a kind of fungus on your tree trunk. Is ...

This photo shows a lichen growing on hickory tree bark. Folks sometimes become concerned when they notice strange gray-green patches on the trunk or branches of a tree. Should the growths be removed?

Lichen grow harmlessly on tree trunks and no control is needed. In fact, presence of lichens on healthy trees should be welcomed as likely positive indicators of lower levels of air pollution and a ...

Once upon a time, my street used to be loaded with towering, shade-providing tall trees. It was a gorgeous tree-lined street, similar to the reputable Tree City USA award-winning streets throughout ...

It seems like the lichen on my tree exploded this year. It’s all over some branches, whereas it used to be only in random spots on the trunk. I’ve been told not to worry about your average gray-green ...

I have been staying at a friend's house up near Nubble Light in York. In addition to the loveliness of waking up every morning to the beautiful blue sea out the window, gulls circling in the wind and ...

Lichen grow harmlessly on tree trunks and no control is needed. In fact, presence of lichens on healthy trees should be welcomed as likely positive indicators of lower levels of air pollution and a ...

If you take a close look at some of the more established trees in your landscape, you may notice something you cannot seem to describe – it may look to you like a kind of fungus on your tree trunk. Is ...