In the fall, leaves change from medium green to a red to reddish brown color. One key characteristic of pin oak are the branches, which angle downward especially on the lower part of the tree. The pin ...

And just kind of look around and see if any other trees are green, and if you see green trees, don’t prune," Forest Health ...

To help prevent tree loss caused by oak wilt disease, Minnesota homeowners and forest landowners should avoid pruning or wounding oak trees from now through early summer. Spring weather promotes ...

Brian Schweiss, a sustainable forestry specialist with MU Extension, said the white oak is a critical component of the forest ecosystem and supports wildlife. However, young trees are struggling.