Scientists have determined how the well-known plant hormone ethylene is crucial in controlling the angle at which roots grow. The findings can be used to engineer plants and crops that withstand the ...
Generally speaking, gardening is a pursuit that requires patience. Though a garden can go from pitiful to bountiful in a few months, most of the magic doesn't happen overnight. That said, there are a ...
A research team from Korea have uncovered how plants rapidly activate a hidden genetic “switch” helping them survive in cold environments. They demonstrate that low temperatures induce a rewiring of a ...
My houseplant collection is never quite complete and I'm always looking for ways to get my hands on new plants. One of my ...