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10 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know You Could Bring Through TSA Checkpoints
Most airline passengers focus on what they can’t bring through TSA checkpoints—but you'd be shocked by what can actually slip right through.
PLANTS
10 Chilling Facts About Permafrost
About 11 percent of the Earth’s surface is perpetually frozen, though that will surely change as global warming continues.
Meet Pepper X: Guinness World Records’ New Hottest Pepper
The Carolina Reaper used to be the hottest pepper in the world—but it just got dethroned by its own offspring.
What Exactly Is Horseradish Sauce?
Prepared horseradish and horseradish sauce aren’t the same thing.
Watch a Time-Lapse Video of the Changing Seasons at Biltmore Gardens
Spring isn't the only time of year the gardens are worth visiting.
10 Fascinating Facts About Spanish Moss
Spanish moss is neither Spanish nor moss. But the iconic Southern plant has an interesting history.
The iNaturalist App Is Like Shazam for Plants, Animals, and Insects
It has even led to the discovery of a new species.
How to Identify Plants Using Your iPhone Camera
If you have an iPhone, you can identify plants without downloading a third-party app.
How to Spot Poison Oak
Poison ivy isn’t the only thing that can give you a nasty rash.
Rash Judgment: A 68-Foot-Long Poison Ivy Vine is a Guinness World Record Holder
The finding was confirmed when the property owner broke out in a rash.
Why Are Peaches Fuzzy?
Whether you enjoy the velvety skin on peaches or peel it off, you may wonder why they developed fuzz in the first place.
How to Spot Poison Ivy, According to a Scientist
Poison ivy can take many different shapes and sizes. It can appear in small patches, take the form of creeping vines or a bush, and can even mimic the appearance of a tree it has wrapped itself around.
7 Tips for Growing a Native Plant Garden
Planting native flowers, shrubs, and trees instead of ornamentals or plain grass around your home has a number of long-term environmental benefits.
Serial Houseplant Killer? This Simple Trick Will Help Ensure You Don't Commit Another Herbicide
If you've ever drowned a houseplant, it's time to switch to the ice cube method.
Garden Soil vs. Potting Soil: What's the Difference?
The differences between garden soil and potting soil shouldn’t be ignored.
25 Species That Have Made Amazing Comebacks
When it comes to rescuing endangered species, progress is an ongoing effort—but these plants and animals have made successful comebacks.
How Often Should You Water Your Garden?
Once you’ve learned a few key things about your garden, you’ll know how often you should grab a hose and start watering.
10 Fascinating Facts About Corpse Flowers
The rare, giant plant is equal parts fascinating and foul.
Can Plants Die of Old Age?
Houseplants can die of old age, but likely not within your lifetime.
Central Park’s Cherry Blossom Tracker Tells You When the Trees Are in Peak Bloom
Washington, D.C. is a cherry blossom explosion, sure. But the cherry trees in NYC’s Central Park are pretty nice, too.
11 Naughty-Sounding Scientific Names (and What They Really Mean)
Perfectly innocent Latin or Greekisms that just happen to sound like something else.
10 Amazing Facts About Cherry Blossoms
Cherry blossom season is a major tourist draw for any city that’s lucky enough to grow ornamental cherry trees.
See 11 Stunning Images From the 4th Annual Close-Up Photographer of the Year Competition
Slime mold definitely had a moment—but it’s hard to beat two dead salamanders floating in a carnivorous plant.
8 Decidedly Unromantic Facts About Mistletoe
The tradition of kissing under mistletoe might stem from a mythological murder.