Are ‘mother trees’ real?
The Mother Tree Project popularized the idea that older trees nourish younger trees using fungal networks. But the research is under debate.
Tag: plants
9 native grasses that will revitalize your sad, water-wasting lawn
Native types of grass typically need less water than non-native grasses. Plus, they can make your lawn more fun. Here are nine options.
Make your own seed bombs to garden on the go
A perfect excuse to play with mud, making your own seed bombs will help spread your area’s native plants and promote its biodiversity.
Chemists finally unlock the secret to a rose’s iconic aroma
A dual-purpose molecule makes the ingredients for the flowers’ sweet scent, and the discovery could help cultivators restore lost odors.
Give Mom the gift of fresh herbs with 60% off an AeroGarden on Amazon
Mother’s Day is right around the corner. We have plenty of recommendations, but if your mom has a green thumb—or needs something easy to take care of—we think she’d love AeroGarden’s variety of indoor gardens, and they’re up to 60% off on Amazon. AeroGarden Harvest with Gourmet Herb Seed Pod Kit $69.99 (Was $164.95) The […]
On 420, learn more about weed with these carefully cultivated science stories
Popular Science tackles the science of weed, from how to roll joints, to smoking accessories, to the evolutionary history of cannabis.
Dying plants are ‘screaming’ at you
When stressed plants make sounds, the resulting vibrations can be picked up in ultrasound at a distance. That could be useful for farmers and greenhouse owners in the future.
Tiny, fast lasers are unlocking the mysteries of photosynthesis
Here’s what to know about ultrafast spectroscopy, and how researchers used it to study chemical reactions at the atomic level.
Grow greens while saving some with an AeroGarden at its lowest-ever price on Amazon
Get some green thumb cred and fresh herbs without breaking a sweat by snagging an AeroGarden for less than half price on Amazon.
Liven up your yard by building this cedar planter box
Building a planter box is a fairly straightforward and customizable project. Follow these steps to build a small square box out of cedar or another wood.