Weekly Puzzler #211: Thorny Shrub with Leaves That Turn Red
On a recent walk in the woods behind my house, I noticed many of these thorny shrubs growing. They were mixed in with the ramps and the ferns and the
Love Hummingbirds? 5 Ways to Make Sure You’re Helping, Not HURTING Them
Have you ever gone over to a friend or relative’s house and noticed that their hummingbird feeder was covered with black mold? Did you say something and if so,
Weekly Puzzler Answer #209
Hello and Happy May! Has spring arrived yet where you live? Are you seeing lots of spring flowers? Did you recognize the vine in last week’s puzzler? It is Oriental
Weekly Puzzler #210: A Vigorous, Aggressive, Fast-growing Vine
I feel certain you’ve likely seen this next invasive plant around town or in a neighborhood by you. It is often used as a ground cover or climbing vine to
Weekly Puzzler Answer #208
I had never seen the vine in last week’s puzzler until recently when it showed up in my yard, low to the ground where my trillium and violets bloom, in
Weekly Puzzler #209: Deciduous Vine with Red and Gold Fruit
Of all the invasive plants I have been finding in my yard, this next puzzler certainly makes the list of worst offenders. This vine is a super aggressive grower that
How Are Spring Ephemerals Different From Other Flowers?
Since spring has arrived I think I may have mentioned spring ephemerals several times. I often talk about them like old friends. But I was recently talking with my 17