TreeSense Support

The idea that trees communicate with each other sounds like something out of a fantasy novel. But research has shown that trees are actually in contact with each other. This knowledge is revolutionizing our understanding of forests and ecosystems. In this blog post, we explore the fascinating world of tree communication and how TreeSense uses sensor technology to measure the water balance of trees [...]

For many people, it is a must for a successful Christmas: the Christmas tree. Around 29 million Christmas trees are sold in Germany every year. But where do the trees come from, how are they grown and how are they disposed of? And how sustainable are our Christmas trees? The life of a Christmas tree Around 80 % of Christmas trees sold are Nordmann firs and 15 % [...]

In the tropical mountain forests of Meghalaya, a province in eastern India, fascinating living bridges have been created over centuries by the Khasi, an indigenous people. They are often over 20 meters long and are used by the Khasi to safely cross deep gorges and raging rivers. They are made from the aerial roots of rubber trees, which are [...]

The "golden season" is arriving in our parks, forests and gardens: the leaves of the trees display a spectacular range of colors in shades of yellow, orange and red. But what happens in the trees at this time of year? And what significance do these processes have for irrigation? Lack of water as the cause The colorful leaf displays are the trees' preparations for winter. [...]