The pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis) contains the sweetest nuts of all the hickory trees. It is one of the most important native North American nut trees, though it can be a messy tree to grow due ...

Many want to plant the trees as nursery and garden centers receive ... is the retired horticulture agent and director with the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service in Rowan County.

Learn about the significance of the pine tree, the state tree of North Carolina. Discover why it’s a vital part of the state’s ecosystem. A Goldsboro couple had one of the largest pine trees ...