How to garden for bumblebees
January 29, 2020, 2:11 p.m. by Tom Oder
Creating a bumblebee-friendly garden will help the struggling pollinators and be a boon for your blooms as well.
5 spiders that generate the most myths
October 4, 2019, 3:32 p.m. by Tom Oder
Read the facts about the most asked-about arachnids on the planet.
How do hurricanes affect birds?
September 6, 2019, 11:12 a.m. by Tom Oder
Research project tracks how hurricanes modify birds' migrations over the Atlantic.
Neonicotinoids: What gardeners need to know
May 29, 2019, 12:13 p.m. by Tom Oder
The pesticides are effective against a wide range of insects — including the good guys.
How to identify different types of bees
May 3, 2019, 4:58 p.m. by Tom Oder
And wasps and hornets and yellow jackets and other flying insects.
How to get rid of moles in your yard
May 2, 2019, 2:26 p.m. by Tom Oder
Don't make a mountain of a literal mole hill. Follow these tips to a mole-free lawn.
The bitter legal battle behind Georgia's sweet Vidalia onion
April 26, 2019, 6:22 p.m. by Tom Oder
This signature Georgia export has a colorful history.
16 plants that repel unwanted insects
April 22, 2019, 1:42 p.m. by Tom Oder
Whether you need extra protection for your garden or your skin, these herbs and flowers can help shoo away pests.
How to connect children with the natural world in your own backyard
April 4, 2019, 8:23 a.m. by Tom Oder
'Nature Play at Home' is full of inspiration and projects to make it happen in your neighborhood.
Bizarre plants delightfully come to life in 'Atlas of Botanic Poetry'
February 20, 2019, 8:22 a.m. by Tom Oder
Botanist and biologist Francis Hallé introduces a new world of rainforest flora in his latest art-driven book.
How to use succulents as outdoor annuals
February 16, 2019, 12:12 p.m. by Tom Oder
Succulents are affordable, low-maintenance and add a nice contrast to your flowers.
Book opens the door to knowing and growing medicinal herbs
February 12, 2019, 10:12 a.m. by Tom Oder
If you're looking for a more natural way to treat ailments, you may want to start with a herb garden.
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10 eye-opening benefits of walking
From your heart to your head, here's why you should lace up your sneakers.
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Self-care matters more in stressful times
From sleeping and eating well to taking deep breaths, self-care is important when times are tough.
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A guide to killing germs the right way
The pros and cons of a variety of germ-busting agents.
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How often do you really need to shower?
Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but there are plenty of people who don't.
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Everything you know about hand-washing is probably wrong
Forget the 'Happy Birthday' song. Get ready to spend way more time washing your hands.
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What is mindfulness?
Defining it can be tricky, but once you have grasped the concept, we've got 5 ways to practice it.
