The acid growth theory states that the auxin-induced acidification of plant cell walls causes their expansion. A model now suggests that excessive acidification leads to growth inhibition ...

Even botanists can be surprised at the sheer variety of a houseplant often known only for being indestructible.

Society garlic (Tulbaghia) looks a bit like chives (both are related to onions and garlic) and its common name comes from its ...

Now is a good month to plant early potatoes and sow hardier veg like beetroot direct outdoors. Hardy annuals such as cornflowers and poppies can also now be sown direct outside, where they are to ...

Wax products act as a barrier between your paint and all the nasty things that can damage it. After washing, you need to use wax a few times a year to protect your paint and make your car look ...

Both hemp and cannabis plants are the same species. The main difference lies in how much of a specific cannabinoid each contains. It’s a common misconception that hemp and cannabis are two ...

Singapore has no land to grow crops, but there are plant nurseries in Singapore that grow native plants for purchase. You can choose from a variety of flora and fauna while benefiting from the ...

For an earlier show of flowers, sow sweet peas and cosmos indoors, ready to plant seedlings outdoors in spring. This time of year is also perfect for planting bare-root trees and shrubs, saving money ...

Plant ecology is a sub-discipline of ecology focussed on the distribution and abundance of plants, and their interactions with the biotic and abiotic environment. Crop rotation has been shown to ...

Any Feng Shui enthusiast with a green thumb will know that snake plant benefits are truly transformative. Snake plants are extremely attractive and valuable plants, with more benefits than you may ...