If you have sesame seeds, what will they actually grow into? Put simply: What is a sesame plant like? Read More
Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable? It depends on who you believe: botanists or the Supreme Court. Here's the story. Read More
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. Read More
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! Read More
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. Read More
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? Read More
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. Read More
It’s so pretty and common, in fact, that many people don’t realize that the whole oleander plant can be dangerous. Read More