This site’s content is written from personal experience as a combination of editorial fact and opinion. As the author I take full responsibility for any errors, typos or inadvertent omissions.
I try to verify factual information using at least one reputable academic accredited source, such as books authored by a recognized horticultural authority and science-based websites with accredited staff. See my Further Reading page for book sources.
If I discover a mistake after publication, I correct it immediately. This usually happens when I misidentify a cultivar I planted or discover a typo. I try to keep accurate records, but I sometimes make mistakes like everyone else. If you find an error, please bring it to my attention in the Comments so I can fix it.
I occasionally use images found online to illustrate my editorial content. I credit the image source or photographer when known.
A representative list of sites and organizations I often consult for fact-checking includes but is not limited to the following:
Mt. Cuba Center.org
Penn State Agricultural Extension
Insect Identification.org
Bumblebee Watch.org
Longwood Gardens Continuing Education Classes and materials
Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder
Gardenia.net
Native Plant Trust.org
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Wikipedia.org