Now the owners got other priorities as they run the small business: production, a shortage of skilled workers, and rising ...

Galls are abnormal growths on a part of the plant. They can be caused by bacteria, insects, mites and fungi. They can be on ...

Sometimes, putting down roots at Virginia Tech means planting a tree — or thousands. On March 22 and March 23, The Big Plant ...

Experts warn gardeners to avoid planting invasive species, which harm local ecosystems and cost Virginians about $1 billion ...

Before you get concerned about the location of your electrical outlets on the porch, rest assured knowing that these adorable DIY outdoor lanterns are solar powered. This means you won't have to worry ...

You don’t need all 10 of the following, but the full set below will let you tackle most any yard job. 1.) Trowel. Think of ...

Edmond celebrates Arbor Week with various events including an art contest, nature hikes, tree planting, and a scavenger hunt.

So this winter I waded into the weedy landscape of gardening apps. I tested 18 apps, looking at ease of use, plant databases ...

Almost all parts of the tree, including the bark, pods, and leaves, are eaten or used as ingredients in traditional herbal medicines. In fact, researchers have found over 90 bioactive plant ...

For example, aphids living on the trees may excrete the fungus's defense substance in their honeydew and therefore be visited less by ants. Endophytes: A plant's friends or foes Endophytes are ...

and using digital tools to track tree growth. If there were more projects such as these, that would help ensure that tree planting supports biodiversity, restores landscapes, and sustains the ...