Cicada during the molting process

Cicada Spectacle 2024: Rare Simultaneous Emergence

Rare event: cicada broods XIX & XIII emerge simultaneously in 2024. Experience nature's wonder and…

Spikenard plant Nardostachys jatamansi

Spikenard Plant: Did You Know?

Spikenard, Nardostachys jatamansi, is a flowering plant in the Valerian family that grows in the…

gardening fairy tale

Gardening Fairy Tale: The Enchanted Ides Garden

Embark on a gardening fairy tale journey in Ourgarde with Elias, where love, ancient rituals, and…

nature strategy trees

Nature’s Resilient Strategies of Trees

Discover how trees adapt to withstand winds: from flexible willows to sturdy oaks, nature's…

butterfly iris nada

Butterfly Iris: Did You Know?

Iris 'Nada' (Butterfly Iris) is an exquisite evergreen plant that can form large open clumps in…

crops

Genetic Modification: Enhancing Crop Sustainability

In the quest to meet the ever-growing global food demand, the innovation of genetically modified…

Cochlospermum adjanyae

Subterranean Tree Species Unveiled in Angola

The discovery of two underground tree species in Angola, Baphia arenicola and Cochlospermum…

Alyssum bertolonii

Hyperaccumulators: Nature’s Answer to Soil Pollution

In the quest for solutions to pollution, particularly soil contamination, nature offers an…

Franciscan Manzanita

The Franciscan Manzanita: Did You Know?

The Franciscan Manzanita, Arctostaphylos franciscana, was originally discovered in the 1800s near…

gardening metaphor poem

Gardening: A Poetic Journey of Self-Discovery

I've always been appreciative of the insight in Portia Nelson's poem, There's a Hole in My…

Hibiscus kokio

Hibiscus Kokio: Did You Know?

Hibiscus kokio, also known as Kokiʻo ʻula or Kauaʻi hibiscus, is a species of flowering plant in…

Loquats Eriobotrya japonica

Loquats: Did You Know?

Loquats, with their distinctive sweet-tart flavor, are versatile fruits that are enjoyed around the…

southern california garden guide

February Gardening Guide: Southern California Edition

As February unfolds in Southern California, garden enthusiasts find themselves in a unique position…

National Bird Feeding Month

National Bird Feeding Month: Support Wildlife in February

February marks a special time for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, as it is recognized as…

Swiss Chard Rainbow

Rainbow Swiss Chard: Did You Know?

Rainbow Swiss Chard, is a visually stunning and nutritionally potent leafy green. It's a variant of…