How do the biology and behavior of individual trees benefit from the unique access that living collections provide to researchers? Joining us to answer this question and discuss the intriguing topic of Ecological Evolution is Dr. Chuck Cannon, a Senior Scientist at The Morton Arboretum…

With years of experience as a researcher, Dr. Cannon brings extensive knowledge and a wide-ranging perspective on forest evolution, wildlife, and conservation to the Arboretum. Presently, he focuses his work on the resilience and adaptability of tree species and new technology surrounding tree biology. 

How are Dr. Cannon’s studies contributing to The Morton Arboretum and plant biology in general? Click play now to find out for yourself!

In this episode, we cover:

• When individual trees become a forest.
• How trees integrate above and below-ground conditions.
• How big the “living layer” of tree rings is. 
• How trees react to draughts.  

You can learn more about Dr. Cannon and his fascinating work with trees here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr