Willow trees are easy to spot thanks to their graceful branches and narrow leaves. They belong to the Salix genus, which includes more than 400 types of trees and shrubs (Salicaceae (Willow and Poplar Family), n.d.). Willows usually grow in temperate and cold parts of the Northern Hemisphere, often near ponds, streams, and lakes where…
Fractions can look confusing at first, but they usually have simple answers. One question you might see is, “What is one-half of two-thirds?” It may sound tricky, but you just need to multiply. This guide will show you each step, so you can solve this problem and others like it. By the end, you’ll feel…
Queen of the Prairie, or meadowsweet, is a tall and sturdy perennial that fills your garden with color after spring blooms fade. In midsummer, this North American native shows off clusters of pink or white flowers above its fern-like leaves. The flower stalks look soft but are tough enough to handle wind and less-than-ideal soil….
