Small trees and shrubs with shallow, slow-growing roots are the best choices for foundation plantings. That is why you often ...

Root microbiomes contain microbes that help plants survive times of stress and may potentially improve crop yields in ...

One soothing herb you may already have growing in a small container can do wonders for the soil in your garden. Naturally improve your soil with this plant.

As summer fully sets in it is a good time to assess how our gardens are growing. Consider what is growing well, and what is ...

The term mycorrhiza is derived from the ancient Greek words mykos, meaning “fungus,” and rhiza meaning “root.” Together, the term translates to “fungus root.” Specifically, mycorrhizae are fungi that ...

Plants and trees extend their roots into the earth in order to draw nutrients and water from the soil—however, these roots are thought to decline as they move deeper underground. But a new study ...

Let’s start as beginners in the succulent world. We all start somewhere, right? Succulents are a great way to get started in ...

Nature has the answer: Deep-rooted, drought-tolerant plants that thrive when it gets warm and can survive during today's ...

SAN DIEGO — New research shows a relationship is sprouting between plant roots and soil fungi. This could lead to the elimination of harsh chemicals making their way into our environment and ...

Japanese knotweed can grow several inches a day, is so aggressive that it is nearly impossible to eradicate, and is lowering ...