Join us this week as we explore the world of dicots. What makes trees different from grasses? Well, one of the differences is obvious from the point of germination. That’s this week on “Keys to Dicots”.

Species spotlight

This week's tree is a beautiful, blooming import. Goldenraintree, Koelreuteria paniculata, can grow in a variety of soils and has a cousin that may do better in South Texas. Listen to this episode of #TreesAreKey to learn more about this great tree.

Keys to the Infinite Game

Many games like poker, basketball and risk are finite games. We know the players, the rules and the objective of the game. Join us this week as we explore another type of game in “Keys to the Infinite Game”.

Species Spotlight

This week's tree loves water, can be found in many areas of Texas, and was a folk remedy for head aches. Listen to this episode of #TreesAreKey to learn more about black willow, Salix nigra.

Keys to Respiration

Photosynthesis is key for our trees as we’ve talked about many times, it's how they feed themselves. Join us this week as we explore the ‘opposite’ of photosynthesis in “Respiration is Key”.

Species Spotlight

Listen to this episode to learn more about a Texas native . Texas ash, Fraxinus texensis, is one of many trees that are under threat from emerald ash borer (EAB). EAB is a pest that is expanding it's range across Texas.

Is Overlearning Key?

This has been a good time for many to increase knowledge, skills and abilities. Let’s continue to explore the how to of personal and professional development. Explore the question “Is Overlearning Key?” in this week's episode.

Species Spotlight

This week's tree is a Texas native that can be easily confused with a common non-native invasive tree in many areas. Western Soapberry, Sapindus saponaria var. drummondii, is a tough tree that does have one pest, in particular, to keep an eye out for. Listen to this episode of #TreesAreKey to learn more about this cool tree.

Keys to Phloem

We recently looked at how “Glucose is Key” but once solar energy is captured and turned into the chemical form of energy known as sugar, the tree can transport that energy. Join us this week as we explore that pathway in “Keys To Phloem”.

Species Spotlight

In this episode we learn more about a tough, beautiful flowering Texas native tree. Desert Willow, Chilopsis linearis, isn't a willow and is very drought tolerant.

Metacognition is Key

While areas begin to open, you may still have unplanned down time. This is a great time for us to learn new skills, read books or just take time to think. Have you thought about thinking? Join us this week as we explore the world of thinking about thinking in “Metacognition is Key”.

Species Spotlight

This week's tree is a Texas native that is rare in the wild. American Smoketree, Cotinus obovatus, is often seen as a shrub or small tree and has a unique inflorescence that give it the common name smoketree. Listen to this episode to learn more about this fun tree.

Our 5 Senses Are Key with Cindy Scott

Join us as we continue our conversation with Cindy Scott with a virtual guided forest therapy session that you can use in your own backyard, local park, or state or national forest.

That’s this week on “Our 5 Senses Are Key.”

Keys to Forest Therapy with Cindy Scott

This week we are joined by a guest to help us take another look at how Trees Are Key to human health. The connection between trees, people, and health is an exciting subject, and we hope you can join us as we explore more in "Keys To Forest Therapy with Cindy Scott."

Resources:

Association of Nature and Forest Therapy https://www.natureandforesttherapy.org/

Keys to Fungi

This episode, we take a closer look at another microorganism that can be an ally or enemy when it comes to growing trees. We’ve looked at specific subsets of it in previous episodes, including recently in “Mycorhizae Are Key” and “Anthracnose Is Key.” Join us now for “Keys to Fungi.”

Species Spotlight

From West Texas last week to East Texas this week, Texas trees are as diverse as our landscape. Listen to this week's #TreesAreKey to learn more about cherrybark oak, Quercus pagoda.

Trees Are Key

Listen to this episode to discuss why it's important to explore. We can explore new skills, hobbies, or even our own backyard. This is particularly important for our kids' mental and physical health. Learn more in "Exploring is Key."

Species Spotlight

Let's explore West Texas by learning more about a lesser known, native Texas oak. Emory Oak, Quercus emoryi, can be found along moist canyons and slopes above 4,000 feet in the Davis, Chinati, and Chisos mountain ranges.