These California succulents are at the center of a massive smuggling ring
October 13, 2018, 1:21 p.m. by Tom Oder
Several varieties can fetch millions on the black market in East Asia.
What you don't know about seaweed
October 9, 2018, 10:05 a.m. by Tom Oder
You may not realize it, but seaweed is utterly essential to our world.
9 peculiar facts about praying mantises
September 20, 2018, 2:55 p.m. by Tom Oder
These lizard-eating predators are related to cockroaches, and that's just the first surprise.
What I learned on a moss walk
September 20, 2018, 10:38 a.m. by Tom Oder
Moss may seem insignificant, but there are so many unique traits that make this plant important to the ecosystem.
What to do if your grass won't grow
August 24, 2018, 9:17 a.m. by Tom Oder
From too much shade to drainage issues and HOA rules, a green lawn may be easier said than done. But it doesn't have to be.
With these maps, you can track migratory birds in near real time
August 22, 2018, 12:37 p.m. by Tom Oder
BirdCast shows the volume and direction of birds in the U.S.
How to invite amphibians to your garden
August 19, 2018, 12:05 p.m. by Tom Oder
You can help save amphibians in your neighborhood by creating an appealing backyard oasis for them.
How to snake-proof your yard
August 16, 2018, 3:27 p.m. by Tom Oder
Snakes are important to the ecosystem, but if you don't want to run into one at home, here's what to do.
When this smelly corpse flower bloomed, did it make gardening history?
August 2, 2018, 9:18 a.m. by Tom Oder
Tony Avent's obsession may take a decade to pay off.
How pool owners can save the lives of frogs
July 28, 2018, 10:08 a.m. by Tom Oder
Countless other animals like squirrels and lizards also get a leg up.
How one man's simple hobby evolved into a topiary wonderland
July 20, 2018, 9:29 a.m. by Tom Oder
He has no horticultural training, but this man's talent shines through his 300 topiaries.
What every homeowner should know about the right-of-way
July 14, 2018, 2:53 p.m. by Tom Oder
There's a chance your local government could take over several feet of your yard without much warning.
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These 8 sinking cities are most at risk of being swallowed by rising seas
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The moment this street dog recognizes his long-lost owner is pure joy
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99 strange collective animal names
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In 1972, a computer model predicted the end of the world — and we're on track
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These California succulents are at the center of a massive smuggling ring
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11 home remedies for laryngitis
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Your 2018 fall foliage guide
Now you know the best time to be a 'leaf peeper' in any part of the U.S.
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Why do leaves change color in autumn?
Learn about the natural mechanisms that produce breathtaking fall foliage each year.
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Test your fall knowledge
The days are getting shorter and pumpkin spice seems to be everywhere: It must be fall.
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10 best places outside the U.S. for fall color
These places around the world that equal U.S. locales when it comes to colorful scenery.
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5 classic fall recipes
Roasted veggies and soups of all kinds are what we're talking about.
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