Scientists have discovered a tropical “dynamite tree” that explosively launches seeds at 150 mph. The mechanism uses physics, ...

In tropical forests across Central and South America, a quiet tree hides one of the most violent forms of seed dispersal ...

If you've ever assumed a backyard full of fruit trees isn't your gardening style, you're not alone. Maybe you love the idea of growing fresh, juicy citrus. But you've always figured you don't have the ...

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A winter garden is an excellent way for gardeners to keep themselves busy and extend the growing season. But the problem is that many plants go dormant in winter, so finding a cold-hardy fruit tree ...

Growing fruit trees from seeds can take many years, and the resulting tree won’t be identical to the parent tree. You could end up with a new hybrid variety that produces smaller fruit that may not ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A lack of garden or yard is no reason to deprive yourself of the joy of harvesting home-grown fruit. As long as you can arrange a space large ...

The devastating Halifax explosion left thousands dead and hundreds injured tree for boston/instagram Each year, the Canadian province of Nova Scotia gifts the city of Boston its official Christmas ...

Fire was a perennial danger for new mining communities in the Tri-State District as mining camps made the transition from tent cities to frame buildings. I have written of devastating fires that hit ...

As we approach the new year, I find myself thinking about fresh starts in the garden. While many people see winter as a time of rest for their landscape, here in the South, it’s actually one of the ...