North American Nature Vanguard
Amwoga Khalwale Are you looking for plants that closely or exactly resemble a vagina to decorate your home garden or yard and make it look more appealing? If you are, then there are a few plants that somehow look like the female organ. So, if you are looking for some inspiration or something like that, in this … Read more
Overview Naked lady is a perennial bulbous plant that grows wild in Cape Floral Province, South Africa where you can find the exotic and beautiful stems popping up in open grasslands and hillsides. The term ‘’naked lady’’ comes from the character of the plant whereby it sends up greenery in late fall but then end … Read more
Japan consists of roughly four vegetation zones that are delineated by temperature and precipitation: the alpine region, subalpine region, summer-green broad-leaved forest region and the evergreen broad-leaved forest region. Due to its substantial length of over 3000 km from north to south and its mountain ranges that can exceed 3000 meters, Japan’s vegetation varies by … Read more
Alaska is a state known for its beautiful scenery. It’s home to some of the most beautiful landscapes, from the tundra to the glaciers to the mountains and most importantly beautiful trees and forest in United States. In Alaska some trees grow in one spot especially in the Southeast, whereas others grow throughout the state. … Read more
Many people get confused about exactly what gnats mean when they hear it used in context of homes or buildings. Well, gnats are pesky little flying insects with generally slender body with long and narrow wings. Most species measure not more than an inch long whereas some are only a fraction of an inch. These … Read more
Avocados are superfoods that have been around for centuries and are among the most nutritious foods. They are generally available in a variety of tastes and sizes. Avocados are native to Central America, but they can now be found all around the world. They are an extremely versatile food that can be used in many … Read more
Overview Sunflowers are part of the Asteraceae family, which is the second largest plant family and contains over 16 000 different species. Sunflowers are the only major crop that originated solely in North America most likely in the Central United States. The plant has large, broad lower leaves which are oval and arranged alternately on … Read more
What Is Black Prince Tomato? Black Prince tomato botanically referred to as Solanum lycopersicum is an early to mid-season heirloom variety with dark coloring and robust complex flavors. The shoulders of the fruits are mahogany green while the end ripens to a deep red. When cultivated outside the tomato fruits are available in the summer through … Read more
Overview Trees are a great asset to the Southwestern landscape. They provide shade, oxygen and even clean the air by removing carbon II oxide from it. Trees also provide habitat for many animals and insects, including birds and butterflies. Arizona is generally a desert with hot, dry summer at the lowest elevations and cold winter … Read more
What is a Hillbilly Tomato? The Hillbilly tomato is a heirloom variety originating from West Virginia of the United States as early as the 1880s. Like all heirlooms, it is an open pollinated cultivar, meaning that saved seed being passed down through family generations grows true to the original parent type. Hillbilly tomato botanically referred … Read more