Sparse ground cover means the threat of fire is greatly reduced, a danger further lessened by the relative paucity of dead bristlecone needles in a landscape where trees are few and far between.

If you've had a dry spell or extreme temperatures, this can cause the needles to dry out and brown. The cold can also be an ...

If you spent your weekend decorating the perfect Christmas tree, you might already have a trail of needles leading in your living room - and you’ll know that your real tree will continue to drop ...