August Gardening: Plant and Divide Bearded Irises for Stunning Spring Blooms
Plant or divide bearded irises in August for stronger roots and vibrant spring blooms. Learn how to…
Chrysanthemums: From Ancient Herb to Japan’s Imperial Symbol
Discover chrysanthemums' journey from ancient Chinese herbs to Japan's Imperial symbol and source…
This Amazing Tiny Plant Is Great For Toothaches
Discover how a simple plant could have saved me from the dentist's chair and become my go-to remedy…
Invasive Weevil Threatens Florida’s Bromeliads, Urgent Conservation Efforts Underway
Florida’s bromeliads are facing a serious threat due to an invasive species known as the Mexican…
New Aeonium Hybrid Delights For Succulent Enthusiasts
New Aeonium hybrids offer vibrant colors and unique growth, exciting succulent enthusiasts and…
Poison Dart Frogs: Did You Know?
The poison dart frog's vibrant colors and toxicity come from consuming specific toxic ants,…
When Nature Strikes: My Gopher Bite Story
On a sunny Monday, I admired my hibiscus blooms, only to be bitten by a gopher. Amidst shock and…
Darwin’s Predicted Moth: A Triumph of Scientific Theory
Darwin predicted a moth with a long proboscis to pollinate a specific orchid. Decades later, in…
Fire: Essential for Ecosystem Health and Sustainability
Fire, often seen as destructive, is crucial for ecosystems. Fire ecology reveals its roles in…
Sunflowers & Mathematical Sequences: Did You Know?
Recent study in Royal Society Open Science reveals new complex sunflower seed patterns, diverging…
New Agapanthus Varieties: Vibrant Blooms for Any Garden
Discover new agapanthus varieties like 'Fireworks', 'Twister', 'Black Pantha', and more, offering…
Samara Fruit: Did You Know?
A samara is a type of dry fruit, typically with one seed, characterized by a flattened, wing-like…
Beware Fake Gardening Tips: Spotting Misinformation on YouTube
Learn to identify and avoid fake gardening videos on YouTube, especially misleading rose…
Idaho’s State Flower (Lewis’ Mock-Orange): Did You Know?
Idaho's state flower, Philadelphus lewisii, commonly known as Lewis' mock-orange or syringa, is a…
Inventor of the Terrarium: Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward
Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward, born in London in 1791, discovered the terrarium in 1829, revolutionizing…
Titan Arum (Corpse Flower): Did You Know?
The Titan Arum, or Corpse Flower, is a rare plant from Sumatra with a bloom reaching over eight…