Who doesn't love a Japanese garden? The peace, harmony and beauty of these spaces is appealing to so many of us. Whether ...

If planted further north in the country, aim for a sheltered position. Contrasting is the foliage of Mahonia japonica with holly-like spikey leaves attached as opposites on the stems, the large ...

We literally couldn’t get out anywhere, say homeowners, as police cordon off lane blocked with 80ft-long pile of waste A 80ft-long mountain of fly-tipped rubbish dumped on a country lane left ...

Feb. 7, 2025 — Researchers have analyzed the soft tissue from a fossilized plesiosaur for the first time. The results show that the long-necked marine reptile had both smooth and scaly skin ...

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Feb. 6, 2025 — A study has identified key genetic pathways in corn that help its roots branch out to find water in soil; the varieties adapted to temperate regions like the U.S. corn belt showed ...

Whether you’re planting in your yard, on a windowsill, or in a public space, you can help create more bird-friendly habitats with native plants. Find the best plants for your area (and where to get ...

This discovery illuminates a crucial mechanism that controls translation and tissue development in plants. Dendrobium ... gene CTB3 positively regulates japonica rice booting stage cold tolerance ...

Eucalyptus leaves have shown potential in treating respiratory diseases and alleviating stress. Research indicates that compounds in eucalyptus may help reduce the risk of cancer, diabetes, and ...

In this paper, we observed and evaluated the low-temperature damage of 19 bamboo species in winter, and measured the physiological changes of bamboo leaves. A total of 3060 leaf samples were obtained ...

Nature's byproducts have more uses than we may think. Even fallen leaves can work wonders for your garden. TikTok user Nettles and Petals (@nettlesandpetals) showed viewers three ways to use leaves to ...

Olives also contain numerous healthy nutrients. Now evidence is mounting about the health benefits of olive leaves, including from studies in a recent review. Here's what's in olive leaves and who ...