Robin Robinson

Colorful, striped crotons, from the spurge family, abound in a warm Gulf climate and decorate the lower levels of many gardens. While the plants are common, the wide variety of

Does a plant have empathy for another different plant? Do they think,“Oh, little sweet pea, I didn’t notice you sprouting down there. Here, hide beneath mama’s skirts to get started.

There are 70 different species of sunflowers, a member of the daisy family. Sunflower seeds are classified by the pattern on their husks.

My youngest son confessed that he didn’t know what to get me for Christmas. This is complicated by the fact that he lives in New Zealand. What arrived was a

‘The Overstory' follows the growth of a chestnut tree as witnessed by generations of nature lovers in a family.

Bougainvillea grows different colors depending on their progenitors. Bougainvillea can be a hedge or grown in a hanging basket.

Plants use chemicals to attract the pollinators it needs for reproduction. Dormancy cycles exist for more than 30 years in a seed.

We see less than half the story of plants and trees aboveground. Their hidden root systems can do miraculous things.

Tulips have a long history. I wondered why. Let me ponder the reasons.

The Mississippi Senate had an eventful fourth week of the 2025 Legislative Session, marked by significant legislative actions, recognitions and performances. The Senate passed House Concurrent Resolution 31, calling for