Snakes in potted olive trees 'tip of the iceberg' of ornamental plant trade hazards, say researchers
Continental European snakes, geckos and Italian wall lizards are making their way to northern Europe undetected among imports ...
Warning of stowaway snakes and tree-frogs hiding in pot plants
"Adult snakes and lizards are just the tip of the iceberg," said Prof William Sutherland, of the University of Cambridge. "If ...
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International plant trade is spreading invasive species and pests
The ornamental plant trade is growing fast, but without better regulations, pests and diseases will continue spreading.
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What’s an often overlooked feature of trees in your garden? The bark.
Trees are nearly always selected for their flowers, foliage, or form. Yet, at this time of year, there is an often overlooked ...
Urgent warning issued to anyone with potted plants
Scientists warn gardeners of hidden invasive species sneaking into the UK through potted plants and flowers, threatening ...
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Plant This Flowering Tree In Your Garden To Liven Up Your Winter Landscape
The chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus ... even without its leaves and flowers. It has an ornamental trunk, with most individuals growing multiple trunks unless trained to do otherwise.