The original inhabitants of this land were ingenious problem-solvers. They would grind up the sunflower seeds, hulls and all.

I have probably mentioned John Gerard before, but I can do it again. Gerard (1545-1612) was what we would call an “herbalist, ...

I have an idea: Why not grow some annual sunflowers, Helianthus annuus, to feed the bees, butterflies, birds, and you? They are so easy to start from seed, so if you have never grown plants from seed ...

Sunflowers, with their bright, cheerful look, are more than just a visual delight. They are nature's own remedy for ...

The hostas under my bird feeder have been decimated. Is there another plant that I can use under the feeder? — Rebecca ...

There are many invasive plant species on Vancouver Island, but a few stand out as the worst culprits when it comes to ...

A care home worker has been dubbed the "sunflower whisperer" for talking to his plants every day. Guy Tyers, 56, from March, ...

Plants might exhibit different characteristics from their mother plant. Variations might include flower color, leaf shape and ...

Asteraceae, a family of flowering plants which includes daisies, sunflowers and asters, are the most diverse group of flowering plants in the world. This plant family comprises around 34,000 species, ...

MOSCOW. Oct 10 (Interfax) - A shortage on the Ukrainian sunflower seeds market may lead to a price rise, as Ukrainian enterprises do not have enough raw materials amid a decline in oilseed production ...

The garden can be a fabulous place to teach your kids about the importance of gardening. Gardening can also be a good way for ...

Looking for some simple tips for taking care of wild birds? We have a feeling these helpful pointers will be eggs-actly what ...