The leaves of this invasive species of shrubby tree twinkle in the light as they twist in the breeze, showing off their silvery undersides...

The leaves, flowers, and bulb of this somewhat invasive introduced species are all edible and smell of garlic when crushed

These flying insects emerge from the water like mayflies and others that are natural fish bait, inspiring their own set of artificial flies for...

This tall fuzzy plant resembles a sunflower in form, but has 5-petaled flowers and unique crown-shaped fruits

This genus of trees has over 100 species native to North America and Eurasia. Most have opposite leaves with palmate lobes and veins, and...

This little ground squirrel lives in central/eastern Europe and may remind you of the North American prairie dog

Clumps of this small mint can look almost unreal, like clusters of tiny geometric towers sprayed with dusty purple paint

A humble little mint with a long blooming period and a long history of widespread use

Also known as Kinnikinnick, this natural ground cover with leathery evergreen leaves and red berries can be found growing in sandy, rocky soils in...