Learn how to identify the American basswood tree by its distinctive leaves, bark, range, and more.

This week, we introduce the basswood or Tilia Americana. The American basswood, which is also called linden, is commonly identified by its simple heart-shaped leaves with finely toothed margins, flat ...

When we see something weird growing on tree bark, it is usually algae, lichens, moss, or fungi (or a combination of these). These can be gray, white, green, or even orange.

A: When we see something weird growing on tree bark, it is usually algae, lichens, moss or fungi (or a combination of these). These can be gray, white, green or even orange.

The most common North American deciduous trees are elm, willow, beech, cherry, birch, and basswood. These trees each have their own unique qualities, from the heart-shaped leaves of the birch to ...

Moss and lichen may grow on solid, undisturbed surfaces, such as trees on your property. And though they aren't necessarily bad, you can remove them.

Kinzler: Tree decline, more Bigfoot, cold mulch and hydrangea pruning In today's "Fielding Questions" column, Don hears from a reader with basswood woes wondering why the plants seem to be struggling.

A black basswood tree stands in front of the home of David M. Reed of Birch Run that Reed says has a face which looks like Jesus.

Do you know where to find the biggest Basswood tree in Geauga County? Entries are due Friday, Aug. 17. Sponsored by the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, (GSWCD}, the contest promotes ...

American basswood (Tilia americana) is a good example of an under-utilized tree. It can be planted as a stand-alone shade tree or used with other natives to enhance mixed urban woodlands.

The 6-to 8-feet-tall basswood trees, which grew for about six years, were planted last year as part of the city's 6th Avenue Corridor streetscape project.

Sooty Bark Disease can kill native and non-native trees. Its spores can cause an allergic reaction in people. A Tacoma-based study needs citizen scientists.