Genetic Switch Could Help Control Leaf Growth in Poor Soils Feb. 27, 2025 — A new study has identified a genetic circuit in plants that controls individual leaf growth and allows the plants to ...

Plant genetics deals with heredity in plants, specifically mechanisms of hereditary transmission and variation of inherited characteristics. Plant genetics differs from animal genetics in a number ...

Injury-induced regeneration allows plants to restore lost or damaged cells, tissues and organs and thus to survive severe injuries. A recent study shows that the microRNA396–GROWTH REGULATING ...

I ordered a big Chinese fan palm from Bloomscape and I'm happy to report a year later that it's still healthy, green and kicking butt. Whether you're looking for indoor or outdoor plants for the ...

But “Kraman Break” is a whole new level. "Kraman" is the term used for a small, solid block of kokonte that’s ready to be devoured. So, if you’re looking to break into your kokonte in ...

Feb. 26, 2025 — A comprehensive encyclopedia of the known functions of all protein-coding human genes has just been completed and released. Researchers used large-scale evolutionary modeling to ...

Whether you’re planting in your yard, on a windowsill, or in a public space, you can help create more bird-friendly habitats with native plants. Find the best plants for your area (and where to get ...

It likes full to part sun and well-drained soil. Plant it in USDA Zones 4 through 9. A good choice for people living in the milder parts of the South, this small thin-leafed evergreen grows 2 to 3 ...

A cornerstone of Mecum Auctions and one of its most recognisable members, John Kraman, has died. A statement from Mecum’s said: “Kraman played a pivotal role in the growth and success of Mecum ...

When it comes to caring for your plants there are some tools that are essential for saving you both time and effort. A plant mister is one of these. The simple sprayer can help you regulate the ...

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 ...