Why planting a seed-grown apple tree won’t develop sweet fruit
The fact that apples grown from seedling trees are extremely tart and basically inedible — as opposed to cloned or grafted ...
Smithsonian Magazine on MSN3h
This Intrepid Team of Bee Lovers Are Doing Everything They Can to Save Rare Native Species From Extinction
Iridescent sweat bees, hairy-faced mining bees, tiny Perdita minima the size of a gnat. Thanks to swarms of apiary enthusiasts, native species are finally getting the buzz they deserve ...
'Don't worry, bee happy': Spring is here, and with it comes our most important pollinators
March in New England brings the earliest signs of spring. Plants that have been dormant all winter start to wake up and so do ...
ZME Science on MSN2d
Magnolias are so ancient they’re pollinated by beetles — because bees didn’t exist yet
While modern trees like maples and ashes have switched to wind pollination — releasing clouds of pollen to be scattered at ...
Bradford pears look pretty but smell like rotten fish. Should Texas ban the invasive tree?
Bradford pear trees may be visually appealing, but their drawbacks far outweigh their brief beauty. While their white blooms ...
Southern Living on MSN3d
When To Plant Grass Seed In Spring For A Lush Lawn
Discover the best time to plant grass seed in spring to ensure a healthy lawn. Learn about regional considerations, types of ...
Why a deadly parasite is not all bad news for bees in Australia
Researchers say Australia is in a unique position to prepare native species for the impacts of the Varroa destructor—a mite ...
New Rust crafting update adds bee farms, new recipes, and more automation tools
The Rust crafting update is here, and the survival game’s overhaul includes new cooking options, bees, armor upgrades, and ...
Ideal Home on MSN7d
Small wildlife garden ideas — 7 ways to turn a tiny space into a haven for birds, bees, frogs and more
That’s because even the smallest changes can transform a small garden into a haven for wildlife. Think pot ponds, clever ...
Burlington Free Press on MSN12d
Third Bliss Bee restaurant in Chittenden County set to open this week: Here's the details
Bliss Bee was founded in 2019 by a group that includes Jed Davis, whose other company runs The Farmhouse Group of restaurants ...
Ask the Master Gardener: Is it the right time to prune fruit trees, sow grass seed?
The ideal time for pruning fruit trees is right about now, but it may be better to wait to sow some kinds of seeds.
Cherokee Phoenix4d
Cherokee gardener enjoys growing and sharing Cherokee heirloom seeds
Sabrina McKinney enjoys cultivating and growing Cherokee heirloom seeds she has received from the Cherokee Nation Seed Bank.