Scientists Uncover Battle Between Duckweed and Microbes. Pond Life and Evolutionary Struggles While gazing at a freshwater pond, you might notice small green plants with oval-shaped leaves, floating in clusters.…
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Since 2001, Anna Hassani has been gardening on a rural hilltop in Pennsylvania, sharing her expertise through writing to empower others in becoming better gardeners and leading happier, healthier lives. With over 20 years of gardening, she has transformed her property into a vibrant canvas of flowerbeds, pushing the boundaries of horticulture. Today, Anna leverages her land and skills to continually explore new ideas and projects, enriching her work with a wealth of experiences gained from both rural and suburban gardening.
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Stock Up on Succulents and Winter Veggies at Saturday Sale in Petaluma. Petaluma – Get ready for the fall season with a visit to Petaluma’s Bounty Farm on September 14.…
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Plant Stem Cells: A Key to Future Agricultural Advances. Stem cell research is gaining momentum, with its potential to revolutionize human medicine. While much focus has been on animal and…
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A team of researchers has made an exciting discovery, finding a plant believed to be extinct for over 50 years. This rediscovery, after a decade-long search, marks a significant milestone…
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Why You Should Keep Dead Leaves for Your Garden. As winter approaches, many gardeners hurriedly clear their gardens of fallen leaves, treating them as waste. However, these leaves can actually…
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Christmas is a season rich with tradition, festivity, and a palette of colors that evokes warmth and cheer. When it comes to decorating for the holidays, flowers play a pivotal…
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When it comes to birthday gifts, flowers are often associated with women. The vibrant colors and delicate scents seem to naturally fit feminine tastes. However, as societal norms evolve and…
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New Research Shows Plants Can Thrive in Almost Darkness – Here Are Three Key Benefits
by Annaby AnnaA recent study published in Nature Communications has revealed that plants can grow with far less light than previously believed. This breakthrough comes from research on microalgae, tiny water-based organisms,…
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Four Plants Consumed by Gorillas and Used in Traditional Medicine May Offer Clues for New Drug Discovery
by Annaby AnnaStudy Finds Medicinal Plants Consumed by Gorillas Have Antibacterial and Antioxidant Properties. A new study published on September 11 in PLOS ONE reveals that four plants, eaten by wild gorillas…
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A large-scale international study has shed light on how plants adapt to extreme desert climates and how they might respond to emerging threats such as increased aridity, grazing pressure, and…