Malagasy people have been using Madagascar’s unique native plants for food, medicine and handcrafts for thousands of years.

March is also the last month where you can plant bare-root trees and canes such as blackcurrants, while they are dormant, and is also a good time to plant potted shrubs as the soil begins to warm up.

We’ll update again in the spring with more info on additional testing. January 2025 Like love itself, flowers are precious and unique. And that is exactly why it’s so tricky to get both right.

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This extraordinary life force makes it a symbol of strength and longevity in the region. The baobab tree in Zanzibar undergoes a fascinating seasonal cycle. Its striking white flowers bloom briefly in ...

These extraordinary specimens, valued as highly as luxury assets, are capturing the attention of plant enthusiasts nationwide. 2.2 billion VND starfruit tree attracts attention A 4-meter-tall ...

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Gorgeous heart-shaped leaves add additional interest to this lovely tree, which works well as a small shade tree or a garden accent, depending on the species. Flowering dogwoods are a staple in ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. A community in southern Madagascar has pulled together to save thousands of critically endangered tortoises ...

Would a plant by any other name stink so bad? An extremely rare corpse flower dramatically bloomed at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden Friday for the first time in Big Apple history — unleashing a ...