A branch of the largest known shingle oak tree in the world hangs magnificently and menacingly over Wayne Kottkamp's bedroom. "It may eventually kill me," said Kottkamp, standing on his front lawn, ...

Louisville is addressing its ongoing issues with climate change by investing in heat-tolerant tree species from southern ...

A slew of invasive plant species have grown roots in Kentucky soil and more are migrating into the state, shouldering out native biodiversity. Invasive plants are non-native, causing ecological or ...

Kentucky coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus), also known as the American coffee berry, is a medium-sized, dioecious tree that can reach upwards of 70 feet tall at maturity. The scientific name ...

Trees sourced from the Deep South could be hardy additions to Louisville's existing canopy as the city sees warmer summers.