Ever wondered if that buzzing insect in your garden is a bee or a wasp? Or maybe you've spotted a bee but can't tell...

As summer winds down, many of us notice more flying insects buzzing around. While some are harmless, others, like wasps, can sting. Wasps, in...

Fall brings a special treat to the roadsides of my area with the fiery red leaves of sumac stands. It's a bit of a...

Ever heard about the magic of banana peels for your garden? It's all over the internet. Apparently, burying peels at the base of your...

Whether you're baking a sweet cake or crafting a delicious brunch, you'll likely find yourself cracking a few eggs along the way. We often...

Isn't it disappointing when you crunch into a cucumber only to find it's bitterly disappointing? While they look like the perfect addition to any...

When I returned to my garden after a week away, I was greeted by an unexpected sight: weeds had taken over! Before leaving, I...

Growing fruit trees like apples, pears, cherries, or apricots in your own backyard can be an absolute delight. Imagine the joy of picking a...

Native plants across North America are vanishing rapidly due to human activities such as urban expansion, agricultural practices, and the widespread use of chemicals. Over...

Great news for garden lovers and eco-warriors alike: composting offers a straightforward and powerful way to cut down on landfill waste, shrink your carbon...

Joe-pye weed, or Eupatorium purpureum, might sound like a typical garden nuisance, but for me, it's anything but! This charming plant boasts delicate pale...

Did you know about the "Three Sisters" planting method? This technique, cherished by many Native American tribes, involves growing corn, beans, and squash together....

Astrophysicist Hubert Reeves once said, "On a cosmic scale, liquid water is rarer than gold." This statement rings even truer in the Sahel, a...

Ah, balloon releases! They're a common sight, especially this time of year. Whether it’s through stories I hear, things I read, or my own...

Widely found across North America, the tomato hornworm, also known as Manduca quinquemaculata, poses a significant threat to various crops like tomatoes, potatoes, peppers,...

Trees are incredibly resilient and versatile, offering shelter to us and numerous other species. However, young trees require some time to become robust and...

Just the other day while I was trimming the grass in my backyard, something unusual caught my eye right by our ornamental crabapple tree....

Don't be misled by the name "milkweed"; it's far from being just a common weed. This robust native plant, found across North American fields,...

It’s watermelon season, and let me tell you, I've set a goal this summer to indulge in as much watermelon as I possibly can....

Chomping down on a succulent slice of watermelon is pretty much synonymous with summer vibes. Imagine this: you're at a sunny barbecue or a...