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

In the bosque, the Rio Grande's iconic riparian forest, species such as salt cedar and Russian olive are examples that ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

Invasive plants are non-native species that harm the environment, economy, or human health by spreading uncontrollably. Homeowners can identify invasive plants using resources like the Florida ...

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 ...