Carpenter ants nest in wood, but they don’t eat it. So what do carpenter ants eat instead? They have an interesting diet of sweet liquids and discarded parts of dead… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 4 months ago
Jennifer Haase is a writer at A-Z Animals where her primary focus is on plants, pets, and places of interest. Jennifer has been writing professionally about plants and animals for over 14 years.
A resident of Nebraska, Jennifer enjoys gardening, floral design, nutrition studies, and being a cat mama.
Carpenter ants nest in wood, but they don’t eat it. So what do carpenter ants eat instead? They have an interesting diet of sweet liquids and discarded parts of dead… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 4 months ago
Key Points Although caracals can be affectionate and friendly, they are also capable of engaging in acts of random destruction much like kittens. In captivity, they are capable of living… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 4 months ago
Crows are smart and playful birds, but do crows make good pets? For most people, the answer is no. Why? It's because living with humans makes this bird bored. Crows… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 5 months ago
Have you ever heard of the Asian arowana? This beautiful fish is native to Southeast Asia and can fetch a pretty penny on the open market - we're talking upwards… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 6 months ago
Some birds are incredibly strong for their size and can lift surprisingly heavy objects. But, do you know which birds can handle the heaviest loads? These amazing birds are among… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 6 months ago
Everybody says that daffodils are spring flowers, but it's nearly summertime, and yours haven't bloomed yet! What gives? When daffodils bloom outside of spring or don't bloom at all, there… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 11 months ago
Philodendron verrucosum is a standout tropical plant with enormous, heart-shaped leaves. Also called the Ecuador philodendron, it's a vining perennial for gardens in Zones 9–11. In addition, you can grow… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
Lilac shrubs are hardy perennials with lavender, white, or pink cluster flowers. They also offer a heavenly scent when in bloom! The peak season when lilacs bloom is mid-spring to… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
Wisteria is a flowering vine or small tree with dangling clusters of fragrant flowers. Depending on the variety, wisteria is also an aggressive plant that tends to climb every structure… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
Hibiscus flowers have large and vibrant standout blooms with a tropical style. There are hundreds of hibiscus varieties, some with differing peak seasons. When do hibiscus plants bloom where you… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
The morning glory is a dynamic flowering vine that produces trumpet-shaped blooms and heart-shaped leaves. This pretty perennial is prized for its colorful blue, purple, pink, red, or white flowers.… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
Dahlias are tuberous perennial plants related to mums and zinnias. They produce striking flowers in varieties called pompom, cactus, dinner plate, and many more. When do dahlias bloom? That depends… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
If you're familiar with the climate in Minnesota, you know that the North Star State has short summers and long winters. Because of this climate, you might think that growing… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
Growing your own strawberries in Pennsylvania can be easy with a little planning and persistence. Or, if home gardening isn't possible, Pennsylvania is full of farms that allow you to… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
Key Points: The high acidity in vinegar makes it a powerful natural weed killer. Vinegar's acetic acid breaks down a plant's cell walls (especially when paired with salt) and prevents… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 1 year ago
Hydrangeas are large, woody shrubs that put on quite a show when in bloom between spring and fall. Their big flower clusters come in different shapes and styles. Their growth… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
The great state of Mississippi has more wondrous natural beauty to admire than its famous marshes and magnolias. When exploring its many hills, rivers, and plains, you can't help but… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Idaho's magnificent natural landscapes are home to many rivers, mountains, hillsides, and a wide variety of plants. Among Idaho's native plants and non-native species are some very poisonous varieties. Being… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Indiana's terrain is full of extraordinary vegetation from the Great Lakes Plains region down through the Till Plains and beyond. And some of its amazing plants are highly poisonous. Learn… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Illinois is the Prairie State with lush landscapes full of prairie grasses and other intriguing plants. Yet, like every state, some Illinois plants are poisonous for both people and animals.… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
California is known for its diverse and breathtaking flora, but some of its plants are surprisingly dangerous. The California Poison Control System ranks the state's most common poisonous plants from… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
The California Invasive Plant Council (Cal-IPC) states that non-native plants with out-of-control spread cost the state over $82 million annually. That's a staggering price tag for invasive plant management. But… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
If you'd never heard of a reverse bicolor daffodil until now, you're probably not alone. But it won't be long until more gardeners are talking about these unique spring flowers.… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Bicolor daffodils are two-tone beauties that bring captivating blooms to spring gardens. These showy flowers are easy to grow from bulbs and reward you with a parade of color. But… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Here are 9 rare types of daffodils. Daffodils are iconic spring flowers that bring a touch of colorful charm to any garden. While most people are familiar with the classic… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Utah is home to many fascinating plants, including some that are very dangerous. The dangerous plants we're talking about are poisonous, like baneberry and false hellebore. So before you head… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
With their glistening wings and mid-air gymnastics, dragonflies bring a sense of magic to any outdoor area. Even better, dragonflies act as natural pest controllers by eating mosquitoes and other… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
There are many reasons that paperwhite daffodils are beloved bulb flowers. Their small white blooms are both delightful and chic. In addition, paperwhites produce many flowers per plant. And paperwhite… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Summertime brings with it the joys of fresh produce, fun outdoors, and gardens in bloom. Unfortunately, it also brings pesky houseflies buzzing about, indoors and out. But you can take… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Many of these plants could cause allergic reactions from touching them. Missouri is a midwestern state full of native plants across its prairies, grasslands, and riverbanks. Unfortunately, some of these… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Heirloom daffodils are proven hardy, beautiful flowering plants that stand the test of time. And many heirloom varieties are some of the sweetest-smelling daffodils you'll ever find! So keep reading… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
According to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens in England, there are more than 26,000 cultivars of daffodils worldwide! But don't worry, there are 13 daffodil divisions that make identifying all types… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Here are the 8 most dangerous plants that you will find in Louisiana. Louisiana is known for its beautiful magnolia trees, colorful wildflowers, and many more incredible plants to admire.… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Never touch these plants in Michigan with your bare hands or any other skin! Do you know which plants in Michigan are poisonous to the touch? Some of them might… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Have you ever heard of a butterfly daffodil? This common name refers to split-cupped daffodils due to the look of their cups. In this case, the daffodil center cups are… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
The unique and fancy Narcissus bulbocodium is better known as a hoop-petticoat daffodil. And, with its big bell-shaped cup, this type of daffodil does indeed look like an upturned hoop… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Small-cupped daffodils make a big splash with their colorful blooms in the spring. Though their cups are tiny, many of these cultivars have showy 4-5 inch flowers. And it's not… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
In the US, most daffodil bulbs become blooming plants in the spring. But they must first lie dormant through many weeks of cold weather. For that reason, daffodil bulbs are… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
As a general rule, daffodils bloom in late winter and spring. However, the specific timing of when daffodil flowers appear depends on several factors. First, daffodils blossom at different times… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
The most popular types of daffodils tend to have big, colorful blooms and fabulous fragrances. But you might be surprised by some of the traits of each popular daffodil and… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Highly fragrant poeticus daffodils have unique coloring compared to other daffodil types like trumpets and jonquils. Though there might be fewer poeticus cultivars than some other varieties, the available plants… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
With multiple pendant flowers nodding gracefully in the garden, each triandrus daffodil plant is a marvel of showy blooms. Triandrus daffodils are also marvelous for their soft colors and reflexed… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Cyclamineus daffodils are small plants with loads of charisma. They've got windswept petals, frilly trumpets, and usually a lovely scent that turns heads. Though many cyclamineus daffodils grow only about… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
There aren't many scenes more cheerful than miniature daffodils blooming across the landscape. For that reason, gardeners fall in love with these charming beauties over and over again. So let's… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Tiny, hardy, and bursting with blooms are just a few ways to describe heat-loving tazetta daffodils. Though tazettas aren't built for climates with cold winters, they thrive and impress when… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
All daffodils are delightful spring flowers. However, there's something extra special about large-cupped daffodils with their big, glorious blooms. So let's explore 14 types of large-cupped daffodils that add extraordinary… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Double daffodils are graceful and romantic-looking flowers with plush and fluffy blooms. They're also fragrant and often produce more than one flower per stem. For these reasons and more, double… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
Jonquil daffodils are dazzling when their many blooms open under the bright spring sun. They produce multiple flowers per stem and have a heavenly sweet smell. But how do you… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
White daffodils bring a special touch of grace to spring garden beds and containers. Whether you plant double-petal varieties or those with big trumpet blooms, all-white daffodils can add elegance… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago
The sight of yellow daffodils blooming across the landscape is an iconic image of spring. Though some daffodil varieties bloom in other seasons, spring is when the majority of daffodils… Read More
By Jennifer Haase 2 years ago