Chinkapin Oak is a large deciduous tree native to North America[1]. Scientifically known as Quercus muehlenbergii, in the wild it grows up to 90' tall in full sun and well-draining soil[2], but is...
Category: Native Plants
Blue Wood or Heart Leaf Aster – A Complete Landscaping Profile
Nothing foretells the coming of Fall as much as when Asters and Goldenrods begin blooming. And in this article I'm going to introduce you one of the more common species, but this one is a bit unique...
Botanical knowledge isn't common. And if you are not careful, it can be deadly. While I love foraging in the wild I am careful in that I always positively identify any plant before I eat it (and you...
When one is hiking or driving and you notice some interesting or beautiful flowers, you may think that they would make a great addition to your garden. Although it may be tempted to dig up the plant...
Prickly Ash – An Introduction To One Of The Most Fragrant Natives
One native shrub that doesn't receive much positive attention is known as Prickly Ash. It can be easy to see how it gets it's common name if you've ever tried to walk too close to one, as it is full...
Common Milkweed vs Purple Milkweed – Identification Differences
This is a very short guide for how to identify common and purple milkweeds, and is intended to help you differentiate Common Milkweed and Purple Milkweed in the field. Sometimes we can confuse these...