There, experts are growing yellow thistle, a plant considered vulnerable in New York State and at a moderate risk of extinction. ... grasslands, and meadows,” said Yanes.

It has been shown that 10 per cent infestation on grassland causes 10 per cent loss in grass yield. Thistles are also held responsible for helping to spread between sheep the orf virus, also known ...

The name “Lost Hill” refers to a raised area that once overlooked the South Dry Sac River. The 60-acre park is located north of Springfield.

Grassland restoration is a common practice to restore wildlife habitat and ecological function to farmed landscapes. In South Dakota, grassland restoration can come in many forms, from common ...

A pile of Russian thistle, or tumbleweeds, tangled up under a stand of western Joshua trees on the Transition Habitat ...

Turkish thistle can grow up to 4 feet tall and it has winged stems. Stems are loosely covered with soft wooly hairs and can ...