The Emerald Ash Borer: The Threat to North American Ash Trees
The emerald ash borer is a small, green beetle that has been slowly killing off ash trees across North America for the past several years. The beetle was first identified in 2002 near Detroit, Michigan, and has since spread to 30 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces. While there is no known cure for the infestation, there are ways to protect your ash trees from being killed by the emerald ash borer.
Binomial Nomenclature in Plants: The Basics
Binomial nomenclature is the system of giving scientific names to plants. This system was first developed by Carl Linnaeus in the 18th century and is still used today because it is simple and easy to remember.