Poison Ivy and Poison Oak are both dangerous plants and can be difficult to tell apart. However, if you know what to look for, differentiating the two is possible. Here's what you should look for to tell poison ivy from poison oak. Read More »
It's the plant that put the Ivy in Ivy League. Boston ivy, or Parthenocissus tricuspidata is common on the Commons of eastern colleges, but unless you are in the outfield of Wrigley Field, where everyone knows that Boston ivy covers the wall, you might... Read More »
When instant gratification from a perennial vine is required, the porcelain berry (Ampelopsis brevipedunculata) is first in line. This is a plant that can grow, flower, and set its fruit almost immediately upon planting. Deep green leaves are the... Read More »
The "miracle fruit" has enjoyed a great deal of popularity in the underground dining circuit. It hails from West Africa, where locals chewed them before sitting down for an unappetizing meal. Partaking of this berry's juices temporarily robs the diner's... Read More »
Known for their dark red color and acidity, cranberries grow on shrubs or on vines in the northern United States and parts of Canada. For good health, people drink cranberry juice and eat dried cranberries in cereal or as a snack. Learn to harvest... Read More »
