It wouldn’t be unusual to have at least one tree or shrub species on your property that’s listed as invasive. Here's what to ...

Even planting just one keystone plant in the yard or in a container will help restore biodiversity on your property.

The pong pong tree, also known as the "suicide tree," featured on season three of the 'The White Lotus' has a deadly history ...

Indigenous to parts of South and Southeast Asia, Australia and the Pacific islands, the fruit contains a toxin in its seeds ...

Yellow wood sorrel (Oxalis stricta) proves that not all dainty flowers in the garden are darlings. Also known as sour grass, ...

Known by many other names, including whirling butterflies, beeblossom and wand flower, it's a native perennial that is often ...

Located along Interstate 57 and Illinois Route 13, the town is easily reached from Chicago (about 5 hours), St. Louis (about 2 hours), or Indianapolis (about 3 hours). This proximity makes Marion ...

Herbs are a fantastic addition to any home or patio garden. The plants can be sprinkled throughout your native or edible ...

Warm spring temperatures can bring insects that like to feed on tender buds and leaves of hydrangeas. Learn how to identify ...

Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis): One large, broad leaf and one orange-centered white flower per plant, each on its own ...

The multiflora rose has its origins in East Asia and was once thought of as decorative, which is why it's spread across the US as an invasive species.

Alicia Boor is an Agriculture and Natural Resources agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ell ...