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Western serviceberry or saskatoon (Amelanchier ... the plants correctly if you are in the wild, as not all berries are edible. In fact, some native plants can be poisonous if consumed.

Perennial plants, often touted as the crux of a low-maintenance landscape, promise years of blooms with minimal effort. While ...

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Members of the new Root for Justice ministry at First Congregational United Church of Christ planted 94 trees Friday and Saturday in the Hillside neighborhood southeast of downtown. Friday added 24 ...

The plant blossoms at about the same time leaves emerge and the small edible berries darken to a deep reddish-purple when ripe in June. Serviceberry is only one of the common names for Amelanchier.

These berries are also loaded with anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that help fight inflammation, protect against heart disease, and improve blood circulation. They are said to reduce eye ...

Higher intakes of black tea, berries, citrus fruits and apples could help to promote healthy aging, new research has found. Higher intakes of black tea, berries, citrus fruits and apples could ...

Morel season is underway in Michigan. Here's how to identify true morels from look-a-likes, including those that are toxic.