If you've been researching the best trees to plant close to a house and which ones to avoid, you're not alone; a little slice ...

Nano-agrochemicals and nanomedicine are two areas of active research. While there are some distinct differences there are areas of overlap and lessons which can be learned. Here, the authors ...

One of the loveliest spring-blooming trees on our property is the serviceberry, Amelanchier x grandiflora. It is a cultivar ...

Perhaps one of the most favored hobbies of gardeners, wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts is to feed the birds. Setting out a bird feeder with seed or suet cakes is ...

Bradford pear trees are brittle trees that break easily. They're also invasive in many areas, so skip this flowering tree and ...

A mass of glossy oval leaves on tree-like branching stems, the money plant (Crassula ovata) is one of the most distinctive indoor plants. It is prized in China and across the globe by practitioners of ...

Plant genetics deals with heredity in plants, specifically mechanisms of hereditary transmission and variation of inherited characteristics. Plant genetics differs from animal genetics in a number ...

For much better results this month buy seedling plants, which can soon be planted out. If you are sowing seed, do so indoors on a heated propagator to speed up germination. When to harvest: June to ...

While you enjoy the blooms of these popular perennials in the spring, it's not the best time to plant them in your garden. Learn the best time to plant peonies for optimal growth and an armload of ...

Whole-foods and plant-based diets prioritize plant foods and minimize processed foods and animal products. These diets are associated with several health benefits, such as reduced risk of diabetes ...

If you're feeling inspired and want some of these joyful blooms in your garden, too, you may wonder, can you plant tulips in the spring? Tulips grow from bulbs and need to be planted at a specific ...