Missouri and Kansas are home to approximately 400 different bee species. Some residents are turning their yards and balconies into havens of native plants.

Many believe figs contain wasps, but most supermarket varieties are actually bug-free. While fig wasps are vital for ...

As the gardening season winds down, many gardeners feel the urge to clear their beds and toss out the spent annuals. It feels tidy and satisfying, but removing those "dead" plants too early can ...

Fall is hummingbird migration season. Putting on enough weight to survive their long journey is vital. Supporting them means ...

Nothing disrupts a peaceful afternoon in the garden quite like a swarm of wasps. These aggressive insects can make outdoor ...

If you want some stunning flowering plants to grow, so that you can enjoy their colorful blooms for longer, here are a few ...

Reducing industrial animal use can help to shrink our carbon footprint and boost health—but doing so means we need nutritious ...

Researchers at University of Tsukuba have identified genes and signaling pathways that trigger the death of individual ...

Backyard gardens might seem like just a hobby or a way to make a home look nice, but they actually play a much bigger role in conservation. As cities expand and natural habitats shrink, small green ...

Saturday, Oct. 4. Taylor Park, 1100 SW Eighth Ave., Largo. The Kiwanis Breakfast Club of Seminole offers a fun family outing, free to children up to 14 years of age. The club will provide bait and ...