Monthly Archives: May 2010

Mustards Blooming Bright Yellow in Fallow Fields

Posted on May 28, 2010 by wilde

Some of the alien plants aren’t all bad. They’re here because humans brought them here, either on purpose or by accident. We’re stuck with them, so why not try to enjoy the aliens or non-natives? If we see there is … Continue reading →

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Field Mustard Seed Pods Slender and Long

Posted on May 27, 2010 by wilde

Field mustard, Brassica rapa, is distinguished from the other mustards, like white mustard, charlock, black mustard, and chinese or indian mustard, by the lower lobes of the leaves which practically wrap around the stem. The seed pods may be 2 … Continue reading →

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