Inosculation is a natural phenomenon in which trunks, branches, or roots of two trees grow together in a manner biologically similar to the artificial process of grafting. The term is derived from the Latin roots in + ōsculārī, which means "to kiss inward/into/against," or more illustratively, "to make a small mouth inward/into/against." Trees that have undergone this process … [Read more...] about Inosculation
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It’s Difficult to Plant Trees in the City
The practice of planting trees has gained in popularity as a response to climate change issues in recent years, but not just the wild forest requires attention. Urban forests—trees that have been planted in urban areas—are just as important as natural forests. Cities may use trees to reduce flooding, sequester carbon, and give shade. But planting trees involves more than … [Read more...] about It’s Difficult to Plant Trees in the City