How to water your plants less but still keep them happy
It can be hard to water houseplants consistently, but you can use these tips to squeeze every last drop out of the times you remember to give them a drink.
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How a peculiar parasitic plant relies on a rare Japanese rabbit
Biologists recorded Amami rabbits munching on the plant Balanophora yuwanensis, suggesting that the they might be important seed dispersers.
To save water, Arizona farmers are growing guayule for sustainable tires
As Arizona farmers face severe water cuts, a natural rubber alternative called guayule is becoming a popular drought-tolerant crop.
Bees can sense a flower’s electric field—unless fertilizer messes with the buzz
A new study finds that synthetic fertilizer sprays alter the electric field of flowers, causing bumblebees to avoid them.
Help monarch butterflies by safely adding milkweed to your outdoor spaces
Lack of milkweed is one of the main reasons behind the dwindling population of monarch butterflies. Luckily, planting milkweed easy.
What your houseplants’ yellowing leaves are dying to tell you
Yellowing and browning leaves can be scary for any houseplant owner, but they’re typically symptoms of a solvable problem. Here’s what they may mean.
Scientists are disagreeing on the effects of invasive species
This article was originally featured on Undark. A little over a decade ago, Jason Gleditsch was removing Asian honeysuckle when he noticed the birds. Robins and gray catbirds flocked around the thickets in autumn, attracted by the fat, ripe fruits. Originally introduced as ornamental plants in the early 20th century, Asian honeysuckle rapidly spread across the […]
A bit of care can keep your houseplants from sheltering harmful mold
Houseplants frequently coexist with fungi, but it’s usually not a problem. When it is, use these tips to get rid of the mold and help your plants thrive.
The curious case of an endangered wildcat and a disappearing fruit tree
The reintroduction of the endangered Iberian lynx seems to already be having cascade effects on other species in the ecosystem, like the disappearing Iberian pear.
Propagation tips for infinite houseplants
Plants can sprout from a small piece of a larger plant, so use these steps to propagate succulents, pothos, cactuses, begonias, ferns, and airplants.