"I like muddling things up; and if an herb looks nice in a border, then why not grow it there? Why not grow anything anywhere so long as it looks right where it is? That is, surely, the art of gardening." — Vita Sackville-West
At first glance, the protective outer coating of a tree's trunk may seem like an unending sea of similar colors, but look closer. And as one book author says, "If you really want to know the trees, learn their bark." Here's how.
Many birds are steeped in lore, but the owl is a raptor wrapped in mystery. Did you know, for example, that dreaming of an owl can signify death in some cultures? Consider these 5 superstitions about owls.
Simple lifestyle choices make a difference. Case in point from Melissa over on sister site TreeHugger: Even just one sugar-sweetened beverage a day could boost heart disease and stroke risk in women.
