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Choosing the best international flower delivery service for your needs
My cousin spent three days trying to get a birthday bouquet to her college roommate studying abroad in Lisbon. She…
A guide to growing cut flowers in your backyard
The first summer I grew zinnias for cutting, I planted them too close together, forgot to pinch them, and still…
Why some flowers close their petals at night (nyctinasty)
Walk past your garden tulips at 9 PM and they look like a completely different plant than they did at…
Flowers in space: experiments with plant growth on the International Space Station
In January 2016, astronaut Scott Kelly posted a photo on social media that stopped people mid-scroll. It was an orange…
Why some flowers bloom only at night
Picture this: it’s a warm July evening in your backyard. The sun has just dipped below the horizon, the crickets…
How to grow lavender from seeds in a temperate climate
Growing lavender from seeds in a temperate climate: a practical, no-nonsense guide I killed three batches of lavender seedlings before…
Why nasturtium produces many leaves but few flowers
“`html Why your nasturtium produces loads of leaves but almost no flowers Picture this: you planted a row of nasturtiums…
Medicinal properties of calendula and contraindications
“`html Medicinal properties of calendula: proven benefits, practical uses, and who should avoid it The first thing you notice isn’t…
What diseases do marigolds repel in the vegetable garden
What diseases do marigolds repel in the vegetable garden — and which claims are overblown? Last July, I yanked a…
Why do petunia leaves curl and dry out
Why do petunia leaves curl and dry out — and how to fix it fast Last June, I walked out…