by Cameron Linton | Sep 12, 2018 | Biology, Education, Plant Identification
Poison Sumac, or Toxicodendron vernix, is a common North American plant that causes skin irritation to people. Like its better-known cousin poison ivy, the green leaves of poison sumac sure to put a damper on an otherwise pleasant camping trip or another outdoor...
by Cameron Linton | Sep 11, 2018 | Biology, Education, Plant Identification
Learning to identify plants, even for full-time students, is no small task. Building a library of the best plant field guides will help you learn to accurately identify plants. While field guides may seem technical and tedious at first, they are integral to building...
by Cameron Linton | Sep 7, 2018 | Biology, Education
Though you might not think of verdant gardens when you think of traveling to Africa and the Middle East, the botanical gardens from Istanbul to Johannesburg are not to be missed! The contrast between the gardens and the desert makes many of these gardens even more...
by Cameron Linton | Aug 30, 2018 | Biology, Education
From Hawaii to India, the best botanical gardens of Asia and Oceania are not to be missed. Full of lush tropical plants and unique aesthetic, these botanical gardens are some of the most verdant in the world. Getting out to enjoy the flowers and plants is a great way...
by Cameron Linton | Aug 28, 2018 | Biology, Education
From Claude Monet’s gardens to exotic gardens of Monaco, the best botanical gardens in Europe are not to be missed. Spend a bit of time on your next European vacation getting outside and exploring these beautiful gardens. As you prepare to stretch your legs and smell...
by Cameron Linton | Aug 23, 2018 | Biology, Education
The best botanical gardens in North America might be closer to you than you think. These verdant parks can be found from Brooklyn to British Columbia, and they’re a great way to spend an afternoon. Whether you’re the sort to plan your next vacation around the best...
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