7 Fascinating Chipmunk Facts to Know
From how much they weigh to how far they can jump, learn fun chipmunk facts about these commonly spotted, adorable...
Snowberry Bush Care and Growing Tips
Birds, butterflies and pollinators all enjoy snowberry — a flowering shrub that produces abundant berries during the cold of wintertime.
Elderberry Bush Care and Growing Tips
For showy flower clusters and edible berries that you (and the birds) will love, grow an elderberry bush in your...
3 Types of Wasps That Sting and 6 That (Usually) Don’t
A few wasps are stinging nuisances, but most are ecosystem heroes. Here are common types of wasps to avoid, plus...
That Huge Bumblebee Is Actually a Carpenter Bee
Learn how to identify a carpenter bee. Find out where and how long the bees live and what to do...
This Is Why You Never See a Monarch Chrysalis
You see monarch caterpillars, you see monarch butterflies — but why don't you see a monarch chrysalis? Here's what makes...
Spicebush Shrub Care and Growing Tips
Attract butterflies and birds with a beautiful native spicebush. This shrub has colorful fall foliage, red berries and pretty spring...
Identify and Attract a Common Wood Nymph Butterfly
Learn what a common wood nymph butterfly looks like and where to spot one. Also learn about this butterfly's host...
Have No Fear of the Cicada Killer Wasp
A cicada killer wasp looks scary, but these bugs don't deserve your terror! Here's where to find these peaceful, non-aggressive...
How to Identify a Mud Dauber Wasp and Its Nest
Not all wasps are out to sting you — and the mud dauber certainly isn't. Here's why these scary-looking bugs...
Japanese Anemone Care and Growing Tips
Welcome autumn with Japanese anemone — a cheerful perennial that pollinators love! Learn how to grow this low-maintenance plant.
Norway Maple vs Sugar Maple Tree: What’s the Difference?
Sugar maple can be a sweet addition, but its invasive impostor is not. Here's how to tell the difference between...
Bat Facts: Why Bats Are Beneficial, Not Scary
We are better off with bats. These bat facts will make you rethink the unsung heroes of the night and...
Why Are My Potatoes Green, and Are They Safe to Eat?
A reader asks if green potatoes from the grocery store are unripe. Find out if eating green potatoes will make...
If Your Flower Bulbs Are Growing in Fall, This Is What to Do
It's good to plan ahead for spring by planting bulbs early, but what if the bulbs start growing in fall?...
This Is What a Praying Mantis Egg Case Looks Like
See photos of what a praying mantis egg case looks like in the garden and find out when the eggs...
Can You Transplant a Florist Hydrangea into the Garden?
If you received a florist hydrangea as a gift, you might wonder if it will grow outdoors like a landscape...
Paper Wasp vs Yellow Jacket: How to Tell the Difference
Some bugs can be tricky to tell apart, especially when you don't want to get close! Here's how to distinguish...
10 Plants That Japanese Beetles Don’t Like
Beetles be gone! Add plants that repel Japanese beetles to your garden and protect your favorite flowers from unsightly damage.
If You See a Baby Squirrel, This Is What to Do
You might not want squirrels at your bird feeders, but what if a baby squirrel needs help? A wildlife rehabilitator...
Design Taylor Swift’s Engagement Garden for Your Own Love Story
Taylor Swift is engaged, and we're in love with the flowers from her photoshoot! Here's how you can create your...
Top 10 Plants to Grow in Dry Shade Gardens
Dry shade poses a problem for many gardeners, but these plants for dry shade are up to the challenge! Choose...
5 Things You Should Never Do at a U-Pick Flower Farm
U-Pick flower farms can be fun for garden lovers of all ages, but there are rules to keep in mind!...
What Is Herbicide and When Should You Use It?
Herbicide can kill invasive plants and weeds, but there are risks, too. Learn what herbicides are and when you should...
Grow Evergreen Christmas Fern Plants on Shady Slopes
Grow Christmas fern plants for a festive groundcover that doesn't require excessive maintaining, but provides much-needed shelter.
How to Grow Virginia Bluebells
Add a splash of blue to your backyard with native Virginia bluebells, a bee and butterfly favorite — as well...
Grow Ligularia Plants to Brighten up Shady Spots
Add ligularia to your yard and never worry about shady areas being 'boring' again! Learn how to grow this bright,...
Meet the Bee Flies: Look-Alike Bee Mimics
Why does that bee look strange? Well, because it might not be a bee! Learn about bee flies, the mimics...
Virginia Sweetspire Shrub Care and Growing Tips
Need a plant for the soggy problem area in your yard? Give Virginia sweetspire a try! Plus, learn which pollinators...
