From delicate dandelions to mighty oak trees, millions of plants use seeds to reproduce. But where did the first seeds come ...

Understanding how roots grow can help us develop plants that—for example—are more resistant to drought. Research by Prof.

Researchers have developed a robot that identifies different plant species at various stages of growth by 'touching' their leaves with an electrode. The robot can measure properties such as surface ...

Plants grow taller and wider with cambium stem cells, supporting strength, stability, and environmental resilience.

Few plant families are as iconic as the resilient, spiky cactus, thriving in the driest deserts and as well as decorating our ...

The Arctic and the Antarctic are extreme environments - tough places where it is very difficult for plants, animals or people to survive. Watch this clip to find out more about polar environments ...

These nutrients work together to promote healthy growth and without them, your plants will start to look a little worse for ...

This short film is relevant for teaching science at KS1 and KS2 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland or First and Second Level in Scotland.

A genetic regulator of tomato sweetness has been identified through comparison of wild and domesticated varieties of the plant. Genetically engineering tomatoes to alter this gene increases sugar ...

Droughts in 48 of 50 U.S. states, evidence of microplastics mucking up wastewater recycling and the science of a baseball mud bath in this week’s news roundup. In medieval times, astrology was ...