This type of tree is the ideal one for you to grow in the garden but it's important to plant it before the end of the month.

Wellburn, A. R., Stevenson, J., Hemming, F. W., and Morton, R. A., Biochem. J. (in the press). Stone, K. J., Wellburn, A. R., Hemming, F. W., and Pennock, J. F ...

Walking along the banks of a river, through a young forest, or along a city street, there is a tree that stands out from the rest. At first glance it might appear to be just another paper birch, but ...

Birch trees are notable for their unique bark and quick growth. Silver birch (Betula pendula), is an easy choice with paper-white bark, delicate spring flowers, green summer leaves, and yellow ...

So how were the trees giving so much protection? Electron microscope images of the leaves of silver birch trees show why they are so good – they are covered in tiny hairs and ridges which help ...