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If you have ever wondered why your plants look droopy even though you water them all the time, you are not alone.

Orchids don't like soggy soil and overwatering is a common cause of death for these tropical houseplants. Learn how to water an orchid without overdoing it.

Q: Every winter, I end up losing some of my indoor plants. They will look fine all summer, but once winter comes, they ...

A rare fossil plant reveals how early plants moved water and food, helping to explain the secrets of tree growth.

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Key Points Rock salt contains high sodium and chloride levels, making it especially harmful to plants.Reduce damage by using ...

Road salt can reduce car accidents on icy winter days. But it often doesn't stay on the road and that runoff can harm aquatic ...

Whether you've made a batch of mashed potatoes or a potato leek soup, don't throw the peels away! You can repurpose them in ...