Winter blues got you down? There's nothing better than an indoor blooming plant to make even the coldest of days feel like spring. That's why the paperwhite flower (Narcissus papyraceus) is a go-to ...

Have you ever heard of forcing paperwhites with alcohol (the kind we drink)? I heard this from a friend recently and immediately thought it was bogus. What do you think? — Caroline A common problem ...

The fragrant blooms of paperwhites (Narcissus papyraceus) are a holiday favorite, adding their sweet aroma to the smells of pine boughs and gingerbread, unless you're one of the people who find the ...

At the beginning of 2025, I made a bold decision that probably tells you everything you need to know about my ridiculous “all ...

Researchers at University of California San Diego, Mass General Brigham, and their colleagues have identified specific gut ...

When we head into the gloomier winter weather months, it's easy to forget about all the things we associate with warmer weather — like blooming flowers. And yet growing paperwhites (Narcissus tazetta) ...

A new study by Scripps Research reveals that alcohol dependence disrupts two signaling pathways in a stress-related part of the brain—and offers insights on developing drugs to treat this condition.

Forcing is a gardening term that usually refers to making plants bloom out of season. Forcing is done by manipulating a plant’s environment, primarily light and/or temperature. Really, it’s not so ...

During the dull, lifeless days of winter, gardeners everywhere long for a hint of spring and the ensuing outdoor growing season. From the Mediterranean region comes a bulb that has given endless ...

Researchers at University of California San Diego, Mass General Brigham, and their colleagues have identified specific gut ...