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The writers at Botany will give you the facts of the science; the writers of plants and bulbs, landscaping, organic gardening, houseplants, flower gardens, desert/water-wise gardening, vegetable and water gardens will put it into practical perspective for you.
Fragrant Lavender Flowers Grow Scented Gardens
Fragrant Lavandula plants will create a scented garden or can be part of xeriscape flowerbeds. There are many English and French lavender flower varieties to choose. more...
In: Aquariums
By: 
Douglas DuHamel
Blue Acara Cichlids are available in most pet stores but are sometimes mistaken for Green Terrors. more...
In: Water Gardens
By: Tricia Edgar
Use wooden, wrought iron, or cast aluminum benches to draw attention to the pond, or use them as a place to sit quietly next to the water garden. more...
In: Pet Diseases
By: Lorie Huston
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease often passed to dogs through contaminated water or soil. Leptospirosis causes potentially fatal liver and/or kidney disease. more...
Why Bird Parents Carry Feces From Nests
In: Insects/Spiders
By: Albert Burchsted
Removing feces from the nest helps keep the area clean and also reduces visibility of the nest to predators. Which of these is more important is discussed here. more...
Should I Get a Cat or a Kitten?
In: Cats
By: Jennifer Copley
A cat can be a wonderful addition to the right household, but many adopters don't stop to consider whether or not cats are suited to their lifestyles. more...
Dog Crates, Kennels, and Carriers
In: Dogs
By: Joy Butler
A variety of dog crates, kennels, and portable carriers, available in plastic, wire and nylon, are designed for transportation or housetraining. more...
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Introducing Your Dog To Your New Baby
In: Dogs
By: Roberta Goli
Fall Vegetables to Plant in Your Garden
By: Chaz Iannazzo
Fragrant Lavender Flowers Grow Scented Gardens
In: Landscaping
In: Botany
By: Dennis Holley
Keeping Indoor Cats at a Healthy Weight
In: Cat Care
By: Carly Duff
The Importance of Bats in Native Landscapes
In: Flying Mammals
By: Melissa Gaskill
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