One of the most eye-popping sights in autumn gardens is a small shrub with clusters of bright purple berries along arching stems of golden leaves. “At a time when many other plants are fading, ...

I have several plants growing in my property that I am worried that they might be invasive – can you identify this shrub for me and tell me if I should keep it or have it removed. Thank you, Robert M.

A garden alive with fluttering wings and cheerful songs begins with planting the right berries. These fruit-bearing shrubs and trees offer more than seasonal beauty; they provide vital food, shelter, ...

The natural world isn’t beholden to our lines of logic. As the question (and popular meme) “If not friend, why friend-shaped?” reminds us, plants and animals don’t always act—or taste, for that matter ...

American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) is one of those shrubs that goes unnoticed until bright purple berries adorn the lengths of its limbs, and then, it is hard to miss. It is not very often ...

Cornell’s newest variety of strawberry, “Purple Wonder,” offers a color not found in any grocery store. Created by Prof. Courtney Weber, horticulture, Purple Wonder is darker than the typical ...

Michelle Wong tried to hold back the tears after learning that her landlady had ripped out the goji berry planted in the backyard of her apartment in Koreatown. The shrub was head-high and starting to ...

Birds are a joy to have in any garden. From their cheerful songs to their role in promoting pollination and reducing harmful pests, inviting birds into your outdoor space enhances both the beauty and ...

CORVALLIS – When winter comes and the menu for birds shrinks in urban backyards, they rely on the kindness of humans. That doesn’t mean just a bird feeder of seeds and nuts. “Different birds are ...

Plus, plants to avoid pairing with strawberries.