Cicada season may be over, but another pest emerges right after. Here's how to prevent possible bites and rashes from oak ...

Beaumont addresses concerns over oak trees in Old Town By Bianca Thomas, Staff writer June 10, 2025 ...

If you decide to plant another oak, a maple, or a Chinese pistachio, all notorious for their thin barks, protect the new tree’s trunk with paper tree wrap for the first couple of years.

A live oak losing chunks of bark calls for certified arborist’s inspection. Neil Sperry Special to the Star-Telegram This story was originally published June 20, 2025 at 6:00 AM.

This one calls for a real pro. Each tree will be reacting differently — no blanket overall solution. A live oak losing chunks of bark calls for certified arborist’s inspection.

I planted the tall version of purple ruellia. It’s beautiful, and it takes no care. However, it’s spreading like wildfire. It ...

The beetles carry and grow fungus in tunnels, then feed off the fungus. They can live and reproduce inside the tree for generations. Female beetles can fly, but the males don't.