March in New England brings the earliest signs of spring. Plants that have been dormant all winter start to wake up and so do ...

When birds feed on nectar from flowers, they do more than just get a meal—they play a crucial role in pollination, ...

While modern trees like maples and ashes have switched to wind pollination — releasing clouds of pollen to be scattered at ...

Study on petunias yields discovery that offers potential applications for breeding more resilient and pollinator-friendly ...

PhDEF shapes petals and controls floral scent. Scientists silenced it in petunias. The flowers lost their scent but kept ...

Exploring ways for cocoa farmers to hand pollinate their crops could help offset crop losses resulting from climate changes, ...

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are ready to return to South Carolina. Here’s when and what to know about using feeders to attract ...

Chlorophyll whisper walks provide guided tours explaining how scientists measure and interpret these plant signals, offering a unique insight into the world of plant communication. Mycorrhizal ...

The article highlights the role of various insects like flies, beetles, and wasps in pollination, which is crucial for the reproduction of flowering plants. Bees are well-known pollinators, but other ...

Nature Ecology & Evolution has published the meta-analysis conducted by a UPV/EHU researcher together with several members of ...

MacCubbin gives Florida gardening advice to help care for tabebuia trees, heliconia choconiana, poinsettias, crape myrtles ...