Everyone knows that bees buzz around flowers in their quest for nectar. But scientists have now learned that flowers are buzzing right back — with electricity. Plants generally have a negative ...

Have you ever wondered why bees or butterflies flock to certain flowers, while completely ignoring others? How do our flying pollinator friends decide what plants to feast upon, and which to flutter ...

Out in a field, tomato plants are pollinated either by wind shaking flowers or by bees, which fly into the flowers and vibrate, releasing the pollen into the air. But inside a greenhouse or indoor ...

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Ever since they first arrived in America in 2014, invasive spotted lanternflies have been making their presence known. Native ...

Just like people confronted with a sea of options at the grocery store, bees foraging in meadows encounter many different flowers at once. They must decide which ones to visit for food, but it isn’t ...

Ever look at your yard and wish it could burst into color overnight? Fast-growing flowers are a secret weapon for anyone who ...

Trying to bring more life to your yard? Attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds can make your garden feel vibrant and ...

Bees are a crucial part of the global food supply, supporting nearly a third of the global crop production. Aside from food production, bees provide half of the world's fibers, oils, and other raw ...

Researchers have figured out which plant species bumble bees prefer to include in their diets, providing advice to those wishing to help with bee conservation efforts. During the summer months of 2015 ...