What are these beetles and ants doing on my pine sapling?
submitted by /u/Prestigious-Pipe8398
[link] [comments]
What are these beetles and ants doing on my pine sapling? Read More »
Articles
Welcome to our comprehensive Articles section, where knowledge blooms and curiosity thrives. This category serves as a hub for exploring the fascinating worlds of cycads, aloes, and horticulture. From in-depth insights on specific cycad and aloe species to engaging articles about plant care, conservation, and industry news, you’ll find everything you need to deepen your understanding and appreciation of these remarkable plants. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, collector, or simply curious, our Articles category is your gateway to informed and inspired content.
Tips for getting Clover to take to bare, abused ground?
My poor yard was thoroughly abused by its last owner, and the small front sliver of yard is mostly bare dirt, and I’m in a hurry to solve the erosion and the spring flooding issue there. Mostly sandy soil, we are pretty close to bedrock here. I spread some dutch white clover seed around right before a good spot of rain, but I am skeptical seeing it just sitting on top of the dirt still. Can I rake it in, or is patience the key here? It’s not overly wet, but not bone dry either. We have more rain coming in patches. I could also spread a thin layer of compost?
Thanks for your wisdom!
submitted by /u/LyraTheHarpArt
[link] [comments]
Tips for getting Clover to take to bare, abused ground? Read More »
Trump Administration and Floriculture: Ag Research, Young Farmers Target Funding Freezes, and More
Each week, the editorial team at Greenhouse Grower will bring you the latest updates from the Trump administration’s policies and their impact on floriculture.
The post Trump Administration and Floriculture: Ag Research, Young Farmers Target Funding Freezes, and More appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.
urban permaculture in containers?
Is there anyway to apply permaculture design principles and practices in an urban no garden setting, like in a big balcony, patio or rooftop garden. Really interested in how soil micro biology and SFW works in this situation. I understand a big part of introducing the soil life is making compost, but from what I’ve been reading , the plants diversity and root exudates control and manage the micro organisms in the soil, since in potted gardens this interaction isn’t really an option on a large scale since every plant or small number of plants is isolated in a pot , is it still doable to improve soil overtime by reusing the same soil over and over and amending it with home made compost or any other practices, or is it just impossible to do in pots instead of in ground.
Any thoughts?
submitted by /u/Deep_Secretary6975
[link] [comments]
urban permaculture in containers? Read More »
When sea stars fall, sea otters rise: Sea otters benefit from prey boom triggered by loss of ochre sea stars
In 2013, a sea star wasting syndrome decimated populations of Pisaster along the west coast of North America and along the Monterey Peninsula in California, where this study was conducted. The orange and purple stars have a hungry appetite for mussels in the rocky intertidal. Without the voracious sea stars lurking around, mussel populations exploded, expanding in cover from around five percent to more than 18 percent within three years. In the wake of the sea star die-off, mussels became a major prey surplus for sea otters, revealing a surprising link between the adjacent rocky intertidal and kelp forest ecosystems. The new research into the phenomenon shows how the loss of a keystone predator (Pisaster) in one ecosystem can impart changes to another (sea otters), linking ecosystems.
When sea stars fall, sea otters rise: Sea otters benefit from prey boom triggered by loss of ochre sea stars
In 2013, a sea star wasting syndrome decimated populations of Pisaster along the west coast of North America and along the Monterey Peninsula in California, where this study was conducted. The orange and purple stars have a hungry appetite for mussels in the rocky intertidal. Without the voracious sea stars lurking around, mussel populations exploded, expanding in cover from around five percent to more than 18 percent within three years. In the wake of the sea star die-off, mussels became a major prey surplus for sea otters, revealing a surprising link between the adjacent rocky intertidal and kelp forest ecosystems. The new research into the phenomenon shows how the loss of a keystone predator (Pisaster) in one ecosystem can impart changes to another (sea otters), linking ecosystems.
Videos from CAST 2025: Ice Plant Series from Dümmen Orange
At California Spring Trials 2025, Dr. Allan Armitage talks with Dümmen Orange about some of its featured Delosperma series.
The post Videos from CAST 2025: Ice Plant Series from Dümmen Orange appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.
Videos from CAST 2025: Ice Plant Series from Dümmen Orange Read More »
Synthetic Stomata: Leveraging Artificial Imagery for Improved Stomatal Analysis
A new tool generates images of stomata that improve the accuracy of stomal detection by deep learning models.
The post Synthetic Stomata: Leveraging Artificial Imagery for Improved Stomatal Analysis appeared first on Botany One.
Synthetic Stomata: Leveraging Artificial Imagery for Improved Stomatal Analysis Read More »
PERMACULTURE FARM IN TUSCANY? I WNAT TO DONATE MY 12 HECTARES
Hello,
I’m offering 12 hectares (approx. 30 acres) of land in Siena, Tuscany for a symbolic rent to individuals or groups passionate about permaculture, regenerative agriculture, or sustainable homesteading.
The goal is to give someone the opportunity to create a thriving, ecologically-minded farm or community project. I’m not seeking profit—just the right people with vision, dedication, and respect for the land. Could you help me to spread my idea? Where can I share this project?
changinglife
permaculture
submitted by /u/EcstaticBuy6553
[link] [comments]
PERMACULTURE FARM IN TUSCANY? I WNAT TO DONATE MY 12 HECTARES Read More »