The botany of July persisted through these 31 days. Though the woods was shady, the open areas had plenty of sunlight and even with the arid conditions, florals of summer continued. I find a walk in a ...

Water hemlock is one of the deadliest plants in the world. But that doesn't mean you to have to remove it from your yard. Last week I received a call from a lady who had a weed growing in her backyard ...

Western water hemlock (Cicuta douglasii) is a perennial native to the northwest portion of North America. It is the most poisonous plant on the continent. The toxin cicutoxin found in western water ...

South Carolina is known for its wealth of outdoor splendor, but venturing out into nature can lead to varying degrees of danger. When out hiking or camping in South Carolina, there are those who worry ...

Kennewick — Washington has a vast wilderness to explore, no matter what part of the state you’re in. Many Washingtonians use warm weather as an opportunity to go hiking, foraging and exploring. But ...

Last week I received a call from a lady who had a weed growing in her backyard that she couldn’t identify. Her neighbors had told her it was dangerous and that she should burn it. She wanted to check ...