Sunflowers (Helianthus) are members of the daisy family, with both perennial and annual species from the Americas. The annuals (H. annuus), in particular, are invaluable, grown both for their large ...

The sound of birdsong is one of the joys of the season, but bird feeders can attract more than just our small feathered ...

Flowers have long carried meaning across cultures. Egyptians revered the lotus as a symbol of purity and rebirth, while ancient Greeks crowned the heads of poets and warriors with laurel, representing ...

If you're stuck for activities to do with the kids this Easter, look no further, as growing sunflowers will make your garden look gorgeous.

One challenge for allergy sufferers can be to know which flowers and plants to avoid if you don't want high pollen levels.

Every summer in Pelican Town, thousands of Stardew Valley players search for the most profitable crops to plan their seasonal ...

Bird feeders, bird baths and bird houses will encourage avian visitors, which can then help keep caterpillars under control.

Hummingbirds are easy to bring close to windows, and it’s fun to watch these pugnacious balls of fury strive for territorial ...

When you’re a farmer, every day is Earth Day. A recent “Ag in the Classroom” lesson in Humboldt County focused on Earth Day and showed students how caring for the environment makes a positive ...

This week, hear new poetry at New Dominion Bookshop, get your official seeds for Albemarle County Fair's sunflower contest and more.

One challenge for allergy sufferers can be to know which flowers and plants to avoid if you don't want high pollen levels.