For a large hosta with variegated foliage, choose ‘Dream Weaver.’ Although not as large as some of the truly giant varieties, ...

RICHFIELD, Ohio — Many people treat their lawns and flower beds with weed killers, but they may be getting rid of some very beneficial plants. One of those plants is the broad leafed plantain; a ...

Plantago major (common plantain) has wide, oval leaves. P. rugelii (Rugel’s plantain) leaves are the same shape as common plantain’s, but with red or purplish coloration on the leaf stalks.

A photograph on social media showing ice cream served in a cup made of plantain leaf brought back a flood of memories associated with humble plantain trees in my grandma’s backyard.