Tag: environment
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Edimentals: Merging Beauty and Function
Edimental gardening—a fusion of ‘edible’ and ‘ornamental’—is trending as gardeners look to maximize both aesthetics and practicality. This approach means incorporating plants that are visually striking while also being useful, whether through edible leaves, flowers, or roots. It’s about designing a space that feeds the eyes as well as the body.
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Smart Watch for Plants: Researchers Build Sensor that Detects Stress Signals in Plants
Researchers have developed a wearable sensor for plants that detects stress by monitoring hydrogen peroxide levels. This technology allows for rapid, real-time analysis of plant conditions, potentially reducing crop loss and food waste, promoting a sustainable future for agriculture.
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Leave a Legacy with Sprout and the Eden Reforestation Project
By Angel, Founder, Third Orbit Flora We at Third Orbit Flora have a mission and a commitment to help our planet flourish while leaving a legacy for our own children, especially in a time when the climate is changing faster than we can fully understand. Our Partnership: Sprout: Plant Trees App We’re using a helpful…
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Rachel Carson’s Legacy of Environmental Stewardship, Champion of Vital Ecosystems
By Angel, Founder, Third Orbit Flora Creating a Lasting Legacy Earth Day. The Environmental Protection Agency. Greenpeace. What is the common thread? Each was inspired by the written works of a brave and incredibly meticulous woman, named Rachel Carson. For previous generations, she was considered a trusted name in science in America. For millennials, her…
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Could a Tiny Fern Native to the Eastern US Help with Food Insecurity?
By Kayla, Founder, Third Orbit Flora After a study was done by NASA, it became clear that ferns are some of the best natural air filters, helping to absorb CO₂ and turn it into oxygen. But ferns aren’t just good for air filtration. According to an article from Penn State University, there is an aquatic…
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Can Moss & Fungi Help us Explore Both Earth and Space?
By Kayla, Founder, Third Orbit Flora As we move farther into the future, exploring more of our one Earth is essential to understanding how we might help our own planet and survive in space. Two of our basic needs for survival on Earth and in space are breathable air and edible food with enough nutrients, which…
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Water-Wise Gardening Tips for Conservation
By Kayla, Founder, Third Orbit Flora When it comes to our responsibility as gardeners, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a crucial practice that aims to ensure the health of our planet and conserve precious resources like water. Adopting water-wise gardening techniques is not only responsible but also essential for nurturing flourishing green spaces. Whether…
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10 Sustainable Houseplants Proven to Purify Your Indoor Air
By Kayla, Founder, Third Orbit Flora Indoor air quality is often compromised by lack of air movement and pollutants. Having houseplants can be a beautiful, natural, and sustainable way to purify the air we breathe. NASA studies include growing plants in space (or space-like conditions), and they have discovered that plants do indeed help with air quality.…
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