A grand, stately deciduous variety suited for large landscapes, the American sycamore tree (Platanus occidentalis) is a common sight across the United States.  As a member of the maple family, it is also known as the “buttonball,” “buttonwood,” or “American plane … [Read more...]

Bananas and plantains look quite similar, and even taste somewhat like each other. Plantains, however, are bigger, bright green instead of yellow, and have a much thicker skin. Plantains are members of the same plant family as bananas, but they are starchier and contain less … [Read more...]