Wild violet flowers are these sweet little deep, purple flowers that grow close to the ground. I thought that they were weeds, but actually they are not weeds. Read on to find out more about these lovely little plants. Physical Characteristics of Wild Violet, Viola soroia Wild Violet leaves are bright, grass, green. They are […]
Mint is a great plant to keep in a pot or plant in your garden. I love spring when it is time to get new annuals, but I also love having a few perennials that come back every year. This plant is a perfect perennial for your garden, plus it has numerous possible health benefits. […]
If you live in Northern Virginia, I am sure that you may have a stink bug or two at your house. Stink bugs are an invasive species from Asia. They accidentally came to the United States in the 1990s. There are numerous invasive plants in the area. I should not be surprised that there are […]
Galls on trees are relatively common. They actually occur on all sorts of plants; however, I’m going to focus on trees. Of course, there is some crossover between plant and tree galls. Read more to find out some general information about galls. What do galls look like? Galls are abnormal growths that occur on limbs, […]
Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is home to the famous Flaming Gorge. This area is brimming with tons of activities for almost everyone. From hiking to fishing and more, the area is well worth visiting. Read on to find out more.
Snowshoeing in Steamboat Springs, Colorado is a really fun experience. It is something that almost anyone can do. Read on to learn more about this fun and relatively inexpensive activity. The photo above was taken at Hahn’s Peak Lake. Snowshoeing Equipment The good thing about snowshoeing in Steamboat Springs, CO or anywhere is that […]