Pascal Yan

Pascal is a tree planter and naturalist from Quebec, Canada. His fascination for nature fuels much of his writing.

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The Amazing Eastern Emerald Elysia (Elysia chlorotica)

Featured Photo by Rober Bachand / CC BY NC-3.0 The Eastern Emerald Elysia (Elysia chlorotica) is an incredible species of sea slug found along the eastern coast of North America. This unusual creature has adapted a remarkable...

How to Identify & Propagate Wych Elm (Ulmus glabra)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Wych Elm (Ulmus glabra), a hardy tree that is native to Europe and Eastern Asia. How to Identify Wych Elm (Ulmus glabra) Leaves Wych elm leaves are oval to elliptical-shaped with...

How to Identify & Propagate Black Willow (Salix nigra)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Black Willow (Salix nigra), a hardy tree that is native to eastern North America. How to Identify Black Willow (Salix nigra) Leaves Black willow leaves are lance-shaped, with serrulate margins, and...

How to Identify & Propagate Norway Maple (Acer platanoides)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Norway Maple (Acer platanoides), a hardy tree that is native to Europe and Western Asia. How to Identify Norway Maple (Acer platanoides) Leaves Norway maple leaves are palmately lobed, each leaf...

How to Identify & Propagate Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum), a hardy tree that is native to eastern North America. How to Identify Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) Leaves Sugar maple leaves have 3-5 lobes, with pointed tips....

How to Identify & Propagate White Oak (Quercus alba)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate White Oak (Quercus alba), a hardy tree that is native to eastern North America. How to Identify White Oak (Quercus alba) Leaves White oak leaves are obovate-shaped, with lobed margins, and grow in...

How to Identify & Propagate Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra), a hardy tree that is native to eastern North America. How to Identify Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra) Leaves Red oak leaves are oval to elliptical-shaped,...

Naked Shake Review: Learn about Vegan Protein Powders

If you're looking for a vegan protein powder that will help you meet your fitness goals, you've come to the right place. Protein is an essential nutrient for building muscle, and vegan protein powders can...

How to Identify & Propagate Common Oak (Quercus robur)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Common Oak (Quercus robur), a hardy tree that is native to most of Europe west of the Caucasus. How to Identify Common Oak (Quercus robur) Leaves Common Oak leaves are obovate-shaped...

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How to Identify & Propagate Western Snowberry (Symphoricarpos occidentalis)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Western Snowberry (Symphoricarpos occidentalis), a hardy shrub that is native to western North America. How to...

How to Identify & Propagate Bog Birch (Betula pumila)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Bog Birch (Betula pumila), a hardy shrub that is native to Northern Canada & Alaska. How to...

How to Identify & Propagate Common Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Common Winterberry (Ilex verticillata), a hardy shrub that is native to eastern North America. How to Identify...

How to Identify & Propagate Dwarf Birch (Betula glandulosa)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate American Dwarf Birch (Betula glandulosa), a hardy shrub that is native to eastern North America. How to...

How to Identify & Propagate Twinflower (Linnaea borealis)

A field guide on how to identify and propagate Twinflower (Linnaea borealis), a hardy shrub that is native to the boreal forests. How to Identify Twinflower...