Birds and bees see the world in different ways – and some flowers have evolved to take advantage of the gap in their ...

Before bringing home a plant, inspect it closely. Look at the soil, stem, leaves and, importantly, under the leaves, where ...

Many gardeners want to attract bees, butterflies, birds and hummingbirds, but most gardeners would rather not have deer or bunnies pay them a visit. Considering how large deer grow and how well ...

A forager on TikTok is showing how one of North America's most destructive plants can actually be turned into a tasty treat and help restore ecological balance in the process. In the clip, Mushroom ...

MINNEAPOLIS — When snow blankets the garden and food is scarce, rabbits turn to the nearest buffet: your trees, shrubs, and perennials. In the Upper Midwest, winter damage from rabbits can be severe — ...

Today, we bring you another focus challenge, in which we invite you to spend uninterrupted time looking at a piece of art. The Dutch artist Margareta Haverman painted “A Vase of Flowers” over 300 ...

I hope that the article "Lake County 'ground zero' for invasive buckthorn..." receives attention. In Central Illinois, bush honeysuckle is more widely known than common buckthorn, but we do have ...

You may have noticed the potted plants on your deck or patio have some uninvited guests: Ants! “With the loose, rich soil and moisture in container plants, we’re creating the perfect habitat for ants, ...

Deb Fountain was a federal employee for 32 years. As an FAA Management Analyst/Consultant, she worked with engineers and flight test pilots. Now, she delights in watching honeybees take flight in the ...

Dear Neil: Attached are photos of my Celeste fig which was planted in fall 2021. It is on the east side of my shed. The plant receives shade for a couple of hours very early in the morning, but then ...