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While many modern plants use colorful flowers to attract pollinators, ancient palm-like plants called cycads lure them by heating up and glowing in the infrared. -
If you're honoring your loved ones this upcoming Day of the Dead, planting cempasúchil for your ofrenda might be easier than you think. -
Scientists have long wondered about how the potato's genetic lineage came to be. Now they know: The plants are a cross between tomatoes and a plant known as Etuberosum. -
Here's what a few plant and gardening experts say it takes to save a dying plant. -
Soil blocking is an environmentally friendly method to prep seedlings. The technique has captured the attention of serious gardeners who'd like to make their growing more sustainable. -
KPBS Midday EditionNext week on KPBS Midday Edition, our “garden guru” Nan Sterman will be answering your questions. Sterman has been writing and teaching about gardening for decades. -
Looking for that perfectly San Diego gift this season? These gift ideas feature locally crafted treasures and unforgettable experiences that highlight the city's vibrant arts and culture scene. -
Towards the end of October, the flower of the dead will take its place on altars to celebrate Day of the Dead. Here's a guide on how to plant, grow, care for and eat the marigolds. -
Cityscapes can store and amplify heat from the sun and create urban heat islands. San Diego groups see the urban forest as the best solution. -
A pilot program in North County is teaching students about nutrition, where their food comes from and encourages them to try vegetables they may not have tried before.
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