“This plant grew in a pot behind my shed. It’s quite large, and the leaves remind me of lamb’s ear. What is it?” asks Birds & Blooms reader Martha Giguere of Corunna, Michigan. Gardening expert ...

So what did they do before the Sears Catalog hung in every outhouse in America? Supplying the "necessary" isn't talked about much, but there is botany at the very heart of this certain small ...

Some people use mullein flowers and leaves to make oil or tea. Possible benefits include antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. There are some safety tips you should keep in mind. The mullein ...

In episode 89 of Mother Earth News and Friends, Joanne Bauman discusses how to use mullein (Verbascum thapsus), how to make a mullein tincture, and how to use the herb for medical issues. Some people ...

Mullein tea, derived from the Verbascum thapsus plant, offers a natural remedy for respiratory ailments like coughs and asthma. Its anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties help soothe airways, ...

Wancy Y. Cho is a writer living in Chicago. When he’s not writing, you can be sure he and his dog Tiki are off on an adventure. Wancy Y. Cho is a writer living in Chicago. When he’s not writing, you ...

Early Detection and Rapid Response is a concept to identify potentially invasive species prior to or just as the establishment of the invasive is taking place. An Integrated Pest Management plan can ...