Museum of Science and History
Southside - Jacksonville:
Plant Love Stories
We believe that everyone has a Plant Love Story: a story about how plants have shaped your life. We’re collecting these stories to show how plants affect us all
Sprout: Use a Pencil, Plant a Pencil, Grow a Plant!
What if instead of throwing your pencil stubs away you could plant them and have them grow into something delicious, beautiful, and fun? Check out SPROUT!
Invite Nature In With 31 Incredible Indoor Plant Ideas
We have showcased a series of indoor plant ideas, herbs and fun beautiful ideas and take son flower pots we hope you will enjoy and find inspiring.
Native Plants Help You Find Your Garden Style
Imagine the garden of your dreams designed with plants indigenous to your region
More of Your Wildlife Gardening Questions Answered
Why are native plants important? Native plants are the plant species naturally found in your region. Each region has its own unique plant communities that are adapted to the local soil types, …
Planning A Garden: The Benefits of Companion Planting
Companion planting involves growing different garden plant species next to each other to achieve the best possible conditions for your crops.
9 Fresh Ideas for a Fun Vertical Garden
Proof that plants don't need to be stuck in the ground.
Great Design Plant: Grow Blueberries for Their Fruit and More
Eastern gardeners should consider growing blueberry plants for their delicious fruits, bee-friendly spring blooms and brilliant fall foliage
How plants time their flowering
The onset of flowering is a central event in the life cycle of a plant and ensures reproduction. From an agricultural perspective, it is important that flowering takes place at the right time to optimise harvests. Professor Markus Schmid is leading a project to find out how flowering time is regulated on cell level.
23 Gardening Tips That'll Have You Planting Like A Pro
Expert advice for growing your own plants, produce, and herbs.
How to Plant a Fall Garden
Planting fall crops may be the last thing on your mind during these hot days, but growing a garden to maturity means getting started in mid- to late-summer.
How to Identify Six Plant Families Using Their Flowers
Most plants in the same family have similar characteristics. These similar characteristics can mostly be seen in their flowers.
How to Plant Beautiful Garden Borders
An expert tells us how plantings along the edges can elevate your landscape—and your curb appeal
9 surprising pollinator species that aren't bees
You may be amazed to see just what kind of unusual critters can be credited with pollinating plants!
9 Surprising Twists on Planter Boxes
How to Plant Fall Flower Bulbs
The good news is that planting flower bulbs is fast, easy, and nearly foolproof. One reason fall bulbs are so beloved of both beginner and master gardeners is that, with so few issues to consider, gardeners can put all their effort into the fun part of gardening — design.
How to Build A Raised Planting Bed
Customize and optimize your plants' nutrients and moisture with this sturdy box you can build in a day
Natural Dye: Plants You Can Grow To Color Things Naturally
There are many common plants that provide natural dye. They're easy to grow and beautiful in your yard! If you're interested, here are some great options!
Must-Know Tips for Watering Succulents
Discover how and how often to plant these trendy and versatile plants that can grow indoors, outdoors, and in containers.
