Why Leaves Change Color
Every autumn we revel in the beauty of the fall colors. The mixture of red, purple, orange and yellow is the result of chemical processes that take place in the…
It’s the Berries
Over the millennia, plants have evolved many ingenious ways to spread their seeds. Some seeds are windblown, having feathery tendrils to catch the wind to far off places. Other plants…
What Makes Me Sneeze?
Ah! Fall in the Ohio Valley! Ah-CHOOO! Many people blame their sneezing and watery eyes on the beautiful goldenrod flowers that bloom this time of year, but that's not really…
Golden Ginkgo Trees
Many trees turn bright yellow in the autumn, but one of my favorites is the bright yellow Ginkgo tree, found in many locations since it is a popular landscaping tree.…
Sumac in the Fall
We all enjoy the bright colors of fall. Sometimes I can't find enough adjectives to describe the reds of maple trees and dogwoods. But the brightest red of all may…
Is It an Orange or Apple?
During these bright autumn days, you might notice a peculiar looking tree growing along the roadside. It looks like bright green oranges or softballs are hanging from its branches! Maclura…
Blooms Along the Brook
Historic Springhouse Despite the record rainfall and floods of spring, the summer has been dry. Looking around the Preserve, not much seems to be in bloom. Arrowroot in Upper Pond Only…