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Robert Raven: Why Scientists Study Spiders, Cockroaches and Flies They Fear
Harriet M. Ashford
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Robert Raven does not adore spiders. They make his flesh creep and bring him out in cold sweats. They have...
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Why Mosquitoes Are More Attracted to Some People Than Others
Harriet M. Ashford
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For many people, mosquitoes are simply irritating and unpleasant. If that is the extent of your experience with them, you...
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Lonomia Caterpillar: Why Contact Can Cause a Medical Emergency
Harriet M. Ashford
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Resting a hand on a tree trunk can be enough to result in a medical emergency. Concealed among vegetation and...
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Asian hornet: where to find early nests around your home and garden shed
Harriet M. Ashford
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Between February and May, the Asian hornet prefers to build its first miniature nests on homes and garden sheds. Knowing...
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How to Use PET Bottles in the Garden for Sustainable Plant Care
Harriet M. Ashford
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Once the drink has been finished, many people throw away the plastic container without considering other uses. In the garden,...
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Orchid care: the little-known trick for longer-lasting blooms
Harriet M. Ashford
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A simple, little-known trick can keep the blooms going for noticeably longer. Anyone with a Phalaenopsis or another indoor orchid...
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Flowers to Sow in August for a Vibrant Garden
Harriet M. Ashford
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Starting sowing in August is an excellent option for anyone hoping for a vibrant flowerbed. Carefully growing annual, biennial and...
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Turn an Old Broom into a Winter Lifeline for Garden Birds
Harriet M. Ashford
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Among bare shrubs, frozen lawns and snow-covered flowerbeds, winter can leave gardens looking deserted. What appears to us as a...
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How to Control Aphids on Rose Bushes in the Garden
Harriet M. Ashford
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Finding small insects clustered around shoots can be a constant worry for anyone growing delicate flowers in a flower bed....
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Orchid rescue: soft, wrinkled Phalaenopsis leaves – what to do now
Harriet M. Ashford
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Not all is lost yet – provided you act correctly now. Many orchid owners know the panic that sets in...
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How to Keep a Snake Plant Healthy Despite Overwatering
Harriet M. Ashford
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Snake plants are among the most common ornamental plants in homes and offices across Brazil. Their tough appearance, marked by...
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Feeding Roses in April: The Essential Guide
Harriet M. Ashford
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Many amateur gardeners prune enthusiastically, weed the beds and take delight in the first shoots – yet they overlook the...
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Plants Emit Ultrasonic Sounds When They Are Stressed
Harriet M. Ashford
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Roald Dahl may, it seems, have been right about something: when a plant is injured, it screams. Well, in a...
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University of Surrey Research Reveals How Indoor Plants Improve Buildings
Harriet M. Ashford
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Most people spend far more of their day indoors than they may think. At home, in schools, workplaces and shopping...
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How Riparian Buffers Affect Pesticide Pollution in Pennsylvania Streams
Harriet M. Ashford
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Pesticides sprayed across farm fields can ultimately reach the water we drink, a concern that remains troubling for both researchers...
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University of East London review finds no direct evidence that home gardens clean air pollution
Harriet M. Ashford
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Air pollution is one of the world’s most lethal environmental hazards. Approximately 99% of people worldwide live with air quality...
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Electric Grills: How to Use, Clean and Choose Them
Harriet M. Ashford
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Practical, compact and straightforward to use, electric grills can be an alternative for cooking meat, fish and vegetables every day....
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Sow Cosmos Now for a Summer of Flowers
Harriet M. Ashford
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As the warmer season gradually approaches and the sun grows stronger, a brief but valuable window is opening for amateur...
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Lucky Bamboo: Benefits, Symbolism and Care at Home
Harriet M. Ashford
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Lucky bamboo is among the plants most commonly kept in homes and offices, combining symbolism, a light appearance and easy...
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Bicarbonate of Soda for Moss and Weeds in Patio Joints During Winter
Harriet M. Ashford
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There is no need for heavy-duty cleaning: an unassuming kitchen powder can take on the dirty work. While many people...
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How to Use Dry Yeast for Orchids at Home
Harriet M. Ashford
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Among the ornamental plants people enjoy keeping indoors, orchids undoubtedly steal the spotlight. Their flowers are delicate, remain attractive for...
