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EPA reports the U.S. recycling system needs $36–43 billion in infrastructure upgrades to double recovery rates by 2030. England will launch a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for beverage containers in ...

Browning leaf tips can be a plant parent's nightmare. Discover the surprising reasons behind this issue and learn how to ...

As scientists stress the importance of providing as much of this valuable plant as possible, gardeners often ask: Does ...

Do you want to enjoy the beauty of plentiful rose blooms? These are common mistakes that could be preventing your plants from ...

Water is essential to keep indoor plants healthy. Learn the best watering practices for houseplants and the best time of day ...

I wrote about climate anxiety — a topic that resonated deeply with many. This month, as California wildfires rage and one of ...

Discover which annuals, perennials, vegetables, trees, and shrubs to plant in winter. Learn how to establish seeds, bare root ...

Aluminum stress is an important factor limiting plant growth in acidic soil, and has significant effects on the growth, development and physiological metabolism of Mentha canadensis. However, the ...

Silicon (Si) is one of the most abundant elements on Earth, found in large quantities in soil. While Si is not essential for land plants, many plants, such as rice and grasses, have used Si to develop ...

Find out how to propagate your prayer plant using division and cuttings in water or soil with these step-by-step instructions ...

“An upright leaf structure harvests more sunlight and will respond in yield if sunlight is the limiting factor,” Ferrie notes. “Corn hybrids with more of a ‘floppy’ leaf type will maximize leaf area ...