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Skunk Cabbage in the Thawing Earth

There is a peculiar kind of beauty in those first bold signs of spring, and few are as unapologetically unique as skunk cabbage. It...

The Trout Lily’s Woodland Whispers

In the soft hush of early spring, when the air still holds winter’s chill but the earth begins to wake, the yellow trout lily...

The Sea Rocket’s Song

Springtime winds along the coast carry with them more than the scent of salt and blooming bayberry. They carry stories, soft and whispered,...

Finalizing Plans to See Boston’s Cherry Blossom Spring

There are moments in New England when the city seems to exhale winter’s long-held breath and draw in something lighter, sweeter...something almost impossibly pink!...

Sharp Style: Bringing Cacti into Your Space

From the spiny silhouettes of golden barrel cacti to the whimsical arms of bunny ears, these desert dwellers come in all shapes and personalities....

Starting Strong with Succulents: The Jade Plant’s Easy Charm

When it comes to starting a succulent collection, one plant stands out as the perfect companion for beginners: the jade plant (Crassula ovata). Known...

Bloodroot in Spring

As the last remnants of winter recede from the woodlands and riverbanks of coastal Massachusetts, a delicate yet striking wildflower begins to emerge: the...

Medicinal Wisdom of the Earth: Coca and Yarrow

Nature has always provided remedies for those who listen, and across continents, Indigenous peoples have long understood the healing power of plants. The coca...

Restoring Forests from Cochabamba to Plymouth

High in the Andes, where the air is thin and the winds sharp, the Polylepis forests (Polylepis tarapacana, Polylepis australis, Polylepis incana) stand as...

Roses Without Borders

From where I sit in Cochabamba, Bolivia, the air hums with the scent of citrus trees, a perfume wholly different from the crisp, cultivated...

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