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The Return of Fall Asters: A Vibrant Addition to Texas Gardens. When asked to name the most striking autumn color, purple might not be your first thought. However, the next…

Three Westfield State University environmental science majors have come up with an innovative plan to tackle invasive plant species on campus. For their Senior Capstone Project, students Sophia Milko, Lindsey…

Plant Roots May Hold Key to Combating Climate Change. Wolfgang Busch, a scientist at The Salk Institute, first became fascinated by plant roots during his early research. He was intrigued…

As November arrives, many gardens fall silent under the chill of winter. However, Irish gardening expert Niall McCauley highlights that this month offers a unique opportunity to plant certain flower…

Viral Claims About Rare ‘Yogi Flowers’ in Turkey Debunked. An image of a flower resembling the Padmasana yoga pose is circulating widely on social media, with claims that it is…

The Healing Power of Plants: Seven Garden Favorites for Mental Health. Gardening is often associated with the idea of healing. Many natural remedies have been used for centuries to treat…

Rediscovering Life Through Gardening After a Diagnosis of ME. In 1997, my life changed dramatically when I was diagnosed with severe myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome.…

Monotonous Sound May Boost Plant-Enhancing Fungus Activity, Study Reveals. A recent study published in Biology Letters suggests that playing a monotonous sound can stimulate the activity of a fungus that…

Nitrogen Pollution Drives Westward Shift in European Forest Plants. Recent research has revealed that nitrogen pollution, along with some impact from climate change, is the main reason for unexpected westward…

Study Reveals Surprising Impact of Nitrogen Pollution on European Forest Plants. A new study has identified a surprising factor influencing the movement of forest plants in Europe: nitrogen pollution from…