They may be pretty, but invasive shrubs crowd out native plants and ruin local ecosystems in your backyard. Keep these ...

You may know plants such as Japanese honeysuckle and English ivy are invasive bullies that will take over your landscape in a hurry. But non-native trees also can be problematic, spreading rapidly and ...

Some harmless plants are mistaken for poison ivy (young box elder seedlings, for instance) but you’ll know for sure if you develop an itchy rash after coming in contact with the sap, which contains ...

Honeysuckle is a wonderful plant, no doubt about it. It smells lovely, attracts bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies, and best of all, it's low maintenance. However, not every variety belongs in your ...

If you've spotted chewed mulch, weakened wooden borders, or mysterious mounds of soil in your garden, you may be dealing with a termite infestation. The noticeable signs of termites are hard to ignore ...

Image of a leaf from a Norway Maple tree, one the most common invasive trees in Western New York. Photo courtesy WNY PRISM This might be a little controversial, but it’s been on my mind for a while. I ...

There’s been a lot of discussion in Connecticut around invasive plant species wreaking havoc across the state’s rivers and ponds, and even growing through concrete foundations, as the state continues ...

Not every plant with a stunning reputation deserves a prime spot in your garden. Some plants come with significant drawbacks, ...