Month: October 2020

When I tell people I teach plant ID the first thing they ask these days is, “Can you even do that remotely?” While I guess it’s possible, it will never be my first choice. Since last spring I’ve racked my brain for ways to teach this topic while protecting my students’ health. If this class …

Almost every characteristic you see when you look at plants in and around your home is a direct result of how that plant adapted over time to better suit its environment. Plants with vines are able to creep and grow on more surfaces than just the ground. Flowers are bright, colorful, and scented to attract …