Book Review: Bad Apple: A Story of Friendship
Karen What does friendship mean? Edward Hemingway’s book, Bad Apple, explores the meaning of friendship, how we choose our friends, and how we stand up to peer pressure when others do…
Plants That Attract Beneficial Insects: Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa)
This clump-forming, long-lived, herbaceous perennial is native to eastern North America where it tends to grow on dry soil in full sun . It is a member of the dogbane…
Plant Profile: Coast Rock Cress (Arabis blepharophylla)
Also known as rose rock cress, this evergreen herbaceous perennial is a member of the mustard family, Brassicaceae, that also includes alyssum, cabbage, and broccoli. It is endemic to California…
Invasive Plants and Their Native Alternatives : Shoebutton Ardisia (Ardisia elliptica)
Native to India, Sri Lanka, Indochina, Malaysia, Indonesia, and new Guinea, shoebutton ardisia is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing up to 17’ tall. It was introduced into Florida…