How poorly did Hernando de Soto and his fellow conquistadores think of Florida upon arrival? Well, simply put, Florida’s dreadful flora and fauna made founding states like Massachusetts and Virginia ...

If you're interested in growing fruit trees in your garden, consider choosing native varieties. Native fruit trees require less maintenance than non-native ones because they are well-adapted to the ...

After biting into an unripe persimmon, most experience a reaction called “pucker mouth.” Some liken it to having their tongue ...

If you were offered fruit with the nickname “divine fruit” or “fruit of the gods,” would you try it? It sounds delicious, right? The scientific genus name of one of ...

Discover how persimmon seeds are used to forecast winter weather and what this year's seed patterns suggest for the upcoming ...

TreeFest is proud to celebrate its 27th year of giving away bare-root seedlings to Wilmington residents as part of an ongoing effort to replenish our tree canopy. This year, I was delighted to see the ...

If you’re in the market for new trees, consider planting natives. They are generally lower maintenance than exotic species, require less water, fertilizers and pesticides, and often cost less, too.

Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...