Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable?
Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable? It depends on who you believe: botanists or the Supreme Court. Here’s the story.
How can you grow your own pineapple?
Is it really possible to cultivate your own sweet, juicy, tropical fruit without a trip to the islands. Here’s how to grow your own pineapple!
What is a sesame – like, what grows from a sesame seed?
If you have sesame seeds, what will they actually grow into? Put simply: What is a sesame plant like?
Is mistletoe really poisonous?
You may have heard that mistletoe can kill people – and pets. But is this little plant actually poisonous, or is that mostly hype? You may be surprised by what it can do.
How can you avoid a rash from poison oak?
An itchy, painful rash from poison oak is no fun at all – and just because you never had a problem before doesn’t mean you won’t have a reaction. Find out more here!
What’s the best kind of grass for a backyard lawn?
If you want to know the right kind of grass for a backyard lawn in your region, we have some tips so you can live on the side where the grass is greener.
Can eucalyptus trees actually explode?
Are eucalyptus trees a major contributor to wildfires and forest fires because they’re more flammable than lots of other trees – and can even explode?
How do you pick a really good watermelon?
Is there some trick to choosing a ripe, sweet, really good watermelon? Here are some things to look for to get the most delicious fruit.
Are oleander plants really poisonous?
It’s so pretty and common, in fact, that many people don’t realize that the whole oleander plant can be dangerous.