Where on Earth are ‘Moon Trees?’ NASA reveals where ‘space seeds’ were planted around the world

About 500 seeds of different tree species were launched into space in 1971 that circled around the moon 34 times before returning to Earth where they were then planted in different spots around the globe. NASA has shared a map showing the locations of these ‘Moon Trees,’ which total to 83 that mainly reside in … Read more

Seven bedroom property with tree planted by Royal Gardener Capability Brown on sale for £7.5million

If you are looking for a country retreat close to London then this 1930s luxurious mansion with a fascinating history could be for you – but it will set you back £7.5 million.   The Greenoaks is immersed in the calm English countryside inside the exclusive Moor Park Golf Club in leafy Hertfordshire. Ancient and magnificent … Read more

Parents left heartbroken after the memorial tree they planted for their daughter, 11, is torn down

The parents of a young girl whose remembrance tree was torn down to make way for the HS2 rail project have shared their heartbreak over the decision. Parents Yvonne and Dean were shocked to discover the tree for their 11-year-old daughter Alanya at the Wendover Memorial Woodland in Buckinghamshire had been chopped down for the high speed … Read more

Matthew McConaughey talks the fruit tree his wife planted with the placenta of their firstborn

Matthew McConaughey has revealed how the mango tree his wife Camila Alves planted with the placenta of their firstborn child came out. 12 years ago, Camila planted the seeds of the tree with the placenta of their newborn child, Levi.    The family finally ate the fruit the plant bore nine years later, and in an … Read more

Family who lost son, 9, to rare disorder visit sunflower Duchess of Cambridge planted in his memory

The family of a little boy who died from a rare organ condition has paid a visit to the sunflower that the Duchess of Cambridge promised to plant in his honour.  In June Kate Middleton, 38, spoke to Stuie Delf, 13, from Huntingdon, whose adored brother Fraser lost his battle against Coats plus syndrome – a … Read more