It stands up well to wind, ice, and even deer. Plant them 3 to 4 feet apart for a thick, noise-blocking hedge. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. You don’t need to fuss much with trimming, ...

Ever feel like you can’t truly relax in your backyard because someone’s always peeking over the fence? There’s a simple fix—planting the right greenery can turn your space into a private oasis. Some ...

In order to genetically engineer acetate-eating plants, the researchers are taking advantage of a metabolic pathway that germinating plants use to break down food stored in their seeds. (Photo by Feng ...