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Have you ever wondered why deciduous tree leaves transition through a rainbow of colours, instead of simply turning from vibrant green to dead brown?
Two physicists from the Technical University of Denmark have found that leaf shape is a determining factor in the distance leaves travel as they fall from ... to conduct photosynthesis, to harvest ...
A lot can change in a year for Earth's forests and vegetation, as springtime and rainy seasons can bring new growth, while ...
These pigments absorb some, but not all, wavelengths of sunlight to use for photosynthesis ... In the fall, the green chlorophyll in leaves tends to get broken down first, uncovering these ...
Life on Earth blooms with wild ingenuity. From phosphorescent fungi feeding in the undergrowth to chameleons flicking tongues ...
Is that beautiful amaryllis flower from last Christmas still languishing on the corner of your plant stand? Now is the time ...
Tiny spring bulbs such as scilla, grape hyacinths, crocus, and the like don’t need deadheading. Simply leave them alone; ...
Hydrangeas are known for being low maintenance, but there are a few common mistakes that gardeners of all skill levels can ...
A research study getting underway in Oakland Forest, an old-growth beech forest in Portsmouth, could shed light on treatments for beech leaf disease.
Lawn maintenance and upkeep can feel overwhelming for first-time homeowners/property owners. Keeping a lawn looking clean and ...