10 of the Most Pain-Inducing Plants on Earth You Should Never Touch - blonde woman ss2156346617

10 of the Most Pain-Inducing Plants on Earth You Should Never Touch

Have you ever brushed up against a plant and been met with a surprising jolt of pain? The plant kingdom is not always as benign as it seems.  In fact, in 2015 alone, over 46,500 encounters with toxic plants were reported to U.S. poison control centers, accounting for nearly 2% of all their calls.1 These … Read more

10 Garden-Grown Natural Pain Relievers - smelling fresh herbs at kitchen 1128679484

10 Garden-Grown Natural Pain Relievers

What if you could step into your own backyard and harvest natural remedies for those aches and pains?  It may sound too good to be true, but many common garden plants contain powerful compounds that can soothe everything from headaches to sore muscles.  Here are 10 natural pain relievers you can easily cultivate at home. … Read more

How to Grow & Care for the Quirky Fishbone Cactus Plant - zig zag cactus ss1993063931

How to Grow & Care for the Quirky Fishbone Cactus Plant

Native to the tropical rainforests of Mexico, this epiphytic cactus is also known as the zig-zag or ricrac cactus due to its distinctive, wavy stems that resemble a fishbone. In its natural habitat, the fishbone cactus grows on trees, drawing nutrients from the air and surrounding debris. Its stunning, fragrant flowers bloom at night, adding … Read more

Botanists Take a Stand to Remove Racism from Plant Names - botanist lab scientist ss1054191482

Botanists Take a Stand to Remove Racism from Plant Names

The world of botany is undergoing a significant transformation. Over a hundred scientists at the International Botanical Congress in Madrid have voted to eliminate racially offensive terms from the scientific names of plants, fungi, and algae. This decision marks a crucial step towards promoting inclusivity and respect in the field of taxonomy. Here’s why this … Read more

Master the Art of Growing Stunning Bougainvillea Plants - bougainvillea ss2173283349

Master the Art of Growing Stunning Bougainvillea Plants

Meet bougainvillea: a plant that’s as storied as it is stunning. Native to South America, this vibrant woody vine captivates with its unique “flowers”—which are actually colorful bracts cradling tiny white blooms. Initially mistaken for petals by botanist Philibert Commerçon during a historic French expedition in the 1760s, these bracts hold a fascinating backstory. Named … Read more

How Plant Pro's Grow Orchids Forever in Water Alone - orchid water growing ss2448430583

How Plant Pro’s Grow Orchids Forever in Water Alone

There are vast numbers of orchids, with over 28,000 species and many hybrids.1 This diversity means each orchid type has specific needs and cultivation challenges. While traditionally grown in soil or bark mixtures, a growing trend is emerging that offers a simpler, cleaner, and often more successful approach: growing orchids exclusively in water.  This method, … Read more

This "Leftover Water" is the Key to Lush, Thriving Plants - rice water ss286235480

This “Leftover Water” is the Key to Lush, Thriving Plants

Don’t toss out that cloudy water after rinsing your rice. It turns out, this humble kitchen byproduct is a powerhouse for your plants.  While many have touted the benefits of rice water for promoting plant growth, a study has now confirmed that fermented washed rice water, a simple and sustainable fertilizer, can enhance crop growth … Read more

This Kitchen Scrap Makes Hydrangeas Bloom Bigger, Bluer Flowers - coffee grounds and hydrangea flowers ss2002379798 2168560587 1

This Kitchen Scrap Makes Hydrangeas Bloom Bigger, Bluer Flowers

Research confirms what many gardeners already know: coffee grounds can be a useful addition to gardens and landscapes, primarily as a soil amendment, mulch, and composting ingredient.1 Believe it or not, coffee grounds are also great at boosting hydrangea blooms.  The acidity of coffee grounds influences not only the size but also the color of … Read more

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Flowers Bloom in the Driest Place on Earth After Ten Years

In an astonishing display of nature’s resilience, the Atacama Desert in Chile, renowned as the driest place on Earth, has transformed into a vibrant tapestry of white and purple flowers.  This rare winter bloom, the first in over a decade, is captivating scientists and nature enthusiasts alike.1 Here’s nine interesting things to know. 1. Unexpected … Read more