Americanum

It makes part of the undergrowth of the Mississippi river valley, and is found most frequently on rocky slopes. * A small tree but often a shrub of a few spreading stems. * The root-bark is anthelmintic, antibacterial, antiperiodic, stomachic and tonic.

Trout Lily is the herald of spring in eastern woodlands, but this native wildflower also makes a gorgeous addition to any shade garden in zones 3-8. Plants can take up to four years to flower after planting, but the foliage is attractive enough that it's...

It makes part of the undergrowth of the Mississippi river valley, and is found most frequently on rocky slopes. * A small tree but often a shrub of a few spreading stems. * The root-bark is anthelmintic, antibacterial, antiperiodic, stomachic and tonic.

May also be used as a gargle for sore throats. In acute conditions it may be applied directly to tooth or gum infections and canker sores. Acute sores or infections: Apply with a cotton ball or swab directly to the infected area.

Works well in salsa, too! These bushy plants grow up to 2 feet tall and do quite well in containers. Plants are ready to harvest when they reach 6 in. Use fresh or freeze in plastic bags.

Should be given with food. In controlled studies, Bravecto began to kill fleas two hours after initial administration, with 100% effectiveness against adult fleas at 48 hours. Used to control flea and tick infestations in dogs.

The University of Rhode Island recommends pruning fast-growing, informal hedges -- or a row of shrubs allowed to grow naturally -- in early June, in mid- to late-July, and again in early to mid-September.Choose fast-growing shrub species to create a screen.Medium...

Ticks can transmit diseases to humans including Lyme disease, Rocky mountain spotted fever, tularemia and ehrlichiosis. Tuck a couple of cotton balls sprinkled with lavender oil inside the top of your boots, pockets or backpack.

Research and Development Manager: Worked as Farm Manager, was responsible for production of Mushroom, production of spawn and also responsible to maintain fungal culture. Publication Upadhyay, P.D. and Gohil, V.P. 2004.

Get them out of there fast! Feedings by these pest caterpillars can nearly defoliate host trees if a dense population is present. An avid leaf feeder, this caterpillar can be a bothersome pest that can completely defoliate its favored host trees, including...

Blueberries are especially intolerant of excessive moisture, and their shallow root systems are easily damaged by standing water.European black currants are winter hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 to 8; wild black currants...

Common sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) thrives in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 10, where its pungent leaves add exotic flavors to salads, meats, pastas and more.

At the time, my knowledge extended to where it grew and how to identify its leaves and bark. Linda was so intrigued that she started to do some research to get to know more about the tree.