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Protecting Your Plants as Cold Weather Approaches. As temperatures in Oklahoma begin to fall, it is crucial for gardeners and homeowners to protect their plants, shrubs, and trees from harsh…

Earth’s Natural Defenses Against Carbon Emissions May Be Failing. The Earth has long relied on natural “carbon sinks,” like forests and oceans, to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. However,…

Study Reveals Key Factors Influencing Vegetation in Drylands. Recent research has shown that precipitation, temperature, and grazing are the main factors affecting the growth of woody and herbaceous species in…

Health Experts Advocate for Induced Resistance in Plants. Every year, health professionals urge individuals to receive the flu vaccine. This vaccine, like many others, contains small or inactive doses of…

Study Highlights Climate Change Risks to Insect-Plant Relationships. A recent study reveals the potential negative effects of climate change on the mutualistic relationships between insects and plants. Mutualism, where both…

The Plant Store Opens in Capitol Hill, Adding a Green Touch to Seattle. As residents in Seattle eagerly await the arrival of a vibrant pink block, a new green spot…

Advances in Hybrid Plant Breeding. Crossing different varieties of the same plant species often results in hybrid offspring that are stronger and grow faster than their parent plants. However, this…

Fall Care for Wisteria Plants: Essential Tips. The Wisteria genus consists of a small group of four species. Three of these species are native to Asia, while the fourth, Wisteria…

Scientists Advocate for Plant Vaccinations to Combat Climate Change and Enhance Food Quality. In a recent article published in Frontiers in Science, researchers proposed that vaccinations for plants could significantly…

Free Flowers for Portland Residents on October 16. Miley Cyrus may sing about buying herself flowers, but residents of Portland can receive them for free on Wednesday, October 16. This…