Knowing the names and stories of trees can add a whole new layer to your hikes. Here are eight that you might spot on ...

With its small pink flowers, this tree is one of the first brilliantly colored signs of spring in Michigan. The eastern redbud is a haven for pollinators and ideal for planting in yards. Commonly seen ...

I wonder what this tree is? It has a wide trunk with thick, rough and grooved bark that's dark in colour. Its leaves have rounded lobes, but since they've fallen off, it means it's a deciduous tree.