Working as a 3D generalist, my interests span across multiple disciplines in the CG world, but when it comes to vegetation creation the first software that comes to mind is SpeedTree. This software ...
In trees, mass damping exists in branch structure and arrangement. On a windy day, look closely at the way branches move. In all but the most violent wind, the branches move chaotically, not all in ...
Japanese maples (Acer palmatum) aren’t going to provide shade over your backyard patio, but these ornamental trees can be the ...
Apple trees need regular pruning for size management, improved fruit production and quality, and strength to help them hold ...
A large tree blocks a Palo Alto street after a wind storm. Courtesy Carol Hubenthal. Welcome to our tree column, “Ask your local arborist.” Each month, arborists from the Davey Tree Expert Company in ...
Trees and plants need extra pampering during the winter. Experts say to leave snow at the plant base to insulate roots, but shake heavy snow off shrubs and trees to keep branches from bending or ...
Branch formation in trees has an inherent tendency toward exponential growth, but exponential growth in the number of branches cannot continue indefinitely. It has been suggested that trees balance ...
Winter can be a tree's toughest test, especially when it's the new kid on the block. Luckily, a few simple additions will ...