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Spiderwort / Lilac Tradescantia: Plant Care Guide (Collection Favorite)
I have many favorites in my houseplant collection, but my pink-striped Lilac Tradescantia tops the list. It’s lovely to look at and one of the easiest plants to care for, making it an excellent choice for beginning and seasoned gardeners alike. Lilac is a small-leaved, trailing Tradescantia that grows 6 to 8 inches high and … Read more
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Nature’s Capacity Crisis: The Overcrowding of America’s Outdoor Spaces
American outdoor recreation is flourishing like never before, with national parks bustling and the industry booming. This picture of a nation deeply connected with its natural heritage seems ideal, but it conceals a more complex and troubling reality. There is a paradox in American outdoor recreation, where its booming popularity leads to unintended consequences, challenging … Read more
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The Science of How Igloos Keep You Warm
What if you were in the heart of the Arctic, where the temperature plummets to 50 degrees below zero? Your survival depends on finding shelter, but trees are scarce, and the only abundant resource is snow. It seems counterintuitive, doesn’t it? Using snow, something inherently cold, to stay warm. Yet, humans have mastered this art … Read more