Across the globe, soil compaction is becoming an ever more serious challenge. Heavy vehicles and machinery in modern ...

Researchers grew plants in soil — from the moon — for the first time ever, according to a new study. Scientists from the University of Florida showed that plants can grow in lunar soil, according to a ...

The plants in lunar soil were compared to a control group of plants grown in volcanic ash and a lunar soil simulant known as JSC-1A. The lunar samples on the right do not appear as developed as the ...

Bay leaf needs plenty of sun to flourish. When planting it outdoors, choose a location with sunlight and space to grow. These ...

Starting a garden can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re new to it. You might worry about picking the right plants or ...

Soil compaction is considered a consistent problem in modern agriculture. When soils are compacted, we know, plants don’t grow as well. Exactly why that happens, though, has generally just been ...

By JESSICA DAMIANO So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun off-season activity, especially for ...

Summer in Florida is the rainy season and with that comes long periods of persistently wet soil. This can create significant challenges for those who want to grow food crops but cannot escape the ...

From flowers to food crops, discover the plants that do well growing alongside these legumes, plus three that are best left ...

Doctoral student and soil scientist Harrison Coker tests plant growth in microgravity aboard the International Space Station.

Growing a lemon tree in a pot is an excellent idea for balcony gardeners who want fresh citrus but don’t have access to a ...