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Tomato History: From Aztec Origins to Global Culinary Icon

The tomato, a central ingredient in cuisines around the world, has a history that is as rich and…

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Daylight Saving Time: Did You Know?

Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a widely adopted practice of setting the clock forward by one hour…

The Cedar of Lebanon

The Cedar of Lebanon: Did You Know?

The Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani) stands as one of the most iconic and revered trees in history,…

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Growing Ornamental Gourds: Nature’s Artistic Canvas

Autumn brings a rich palette of colors to the natural world, and perhaps no element of the season…

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The 7-Year Melon: Did You Know?

Cucurbita ficifolia, commonly referred to as the 7-year melon is a species of squash that holds a…

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Trailblazing Women in Rose Breeding: Dee Bennett, Ann Bentall, and Vera Klimenko

The Flourishing Legacy of Women Rose Breeders: A Glimpse into the Gardens of Klimenko, Bennett, and…

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Growing a Biblical Garden: Connecting with Ancient Scriptures through Plants

Throughout the Bible, various plants, trees, and herbs are mentioned, each holding significant…

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The Autumnal Equinox: Did You Know?

The autumnal equinox, a celestial event that marks the moment when the sun is directly above the…

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Amaranth Cruentus Plant: Did You Know?

Amaranth cruentus is a tall plant with wide green foliage and brilliant plumes of purple, red or…

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Rosie The Riveter: The “We Can Do It!” Rose

In an effort to help to ensure that the contributions of women who worked on the Home Front during…

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Labor Day: Did You Know?

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday in September to…

silphium plant

The Silphium Plant: Did You Know?

The “miracle” plant Silphium consumed by Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians, which was thought…

la reine rose

The Riddle of The “Crestline Mulberry” Rose Solved

How various roses have survived to puzzle us with their quiet beauty is a question that often hides…

thousand year rose thumb

The Thousand Year Rose: Did You Know?

The Thousand-year Rose is also known as the Rose of Hildesheim. It grows on a wall of a Catholic…

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The Meaning of Bonsai: Did You Know?

Bonsai is the art of cultivating miniature trees, creating beautifully intricate and artistic…

Victoria amazonica

The Largest Aquatic Plant: Did You Know?

The largest aquatic plant is Victoria amazonica with massive floating leaves measuring up to 9.8…