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Scientists turned discarded aloe vera waste peels into natural insecticides that may help protect crops, reduce pollution, and help your skin.

Growing your own basil lets you always have the fragrant herb on hand. But before you embark on your basil-growing journey, ...

Any gardener who’s ever opened a seed packet only to be ambushed by a mini-avalanche of rogue spinach and tomato seeds knows ...

While observing the impacts herbivores had on plant growth 40 years ago, Ken Paige made a discovery that could transform ...

Many plants need to be pollinated to produce fruits or seeds to make more plants. But if pollinators are scarce in your area ...

With inflation and economic uncertainty, people are fighting back against high prices by planting gardens in their backyards.

Although pruning timings can vary depending on your location, a good way to know it's time to prune your ornamental grasses ...

In Lawrence, officials don’t think there’s much risk of harmful chemicals getting into the nutrient-rich sludge that’s ...

One of the questions I have had over the years is, “Why would you want to mix two different plants in the same row?” When I ...

Discover the benefits and potential pitfalls of oil cleansing—an ancient method that's making waves in modern skincare.