For many plants, spring is just a really good time. They have endured a cold, dark, hard winter and in some places, winters can be murderously tough for plants. It makes sense that when spring comes ...

April is often a wet month in many parts of the U.S., especially in temperate regions. Those frequent spring showers play a key role in awakening the landscape after winter. Rain soaks into the soil, ...

This is the first episode of Nature Quest, a monthly Short Wave segment that answers listener questions about your local environment. Every month, we'll be bringing you a question from a fellow ...