There is a common native tree that helps wildlife survive winter by providing both food and shelter. That tree is the humble box elder, Acer negundo. Even though they are a type of maple, box elder ...

Boxelders — a tree generally disliked for their twisted limbs and inability to stand up to strong winds — nevertheless has fans. Boxelders, fast growing and short-lived, are native to the Americas, a ...

When Michigan sees warm fall days, boxelder bugs won't be hard to find as they cluster in the sun on walls and other warm spots around your house. The black-and-red or orange insects are a frequent ...