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10 Impossible-to-kill Plants
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Anyone who complains about having a brown thumb may simply be choosing the wrong plants to grow. Some plants are exceedingly sensitive and temperamental. But there are some plants that even the worst gardener would have a hard time getting rid of.
The Dark History of Indigo, Slavery's Other Cash Crop
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HowStuffWorks traces the history of indigo from its origins and use as a cash crop for blue dye to its replacement by synthetics in the 20th century.
4 Unexpected Places Where Adults Can Learn Science
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Here are four alternative venues where the general public can enjoy nature, engage in hands-on science learning and get a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research in action.
10 Tips for Taking a Nature Walk in Your Backyard
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Taking a nature walk in your backyard can be a peaceful and revealing way to relax. Check out 10 tips for taking a nature walk in your backyard.
Can You Pass This Australian Citizenship Test?
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Are you a citizen of Australia looking to brush up on your homeland knowledge? Maybe you're looking to move there eventually and want more info on this country. Have no fear, this quiz is here! Lets see if you'd make it in!
What's Your Australia IQ?
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If your knowledge of Australia is limited to what you learned from "Crocodile Dundee" and a few hazy images of boxing kangaroos, it's time to take a closer look. Check out this quiz to see what you really know about the land Down Under.
6 Famous Paintings That Hold Hidden Messages
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Painters love to include hidden symbols and meanings inside works. Here are six famous pieces with hidden messages you may have missed.
The Bizarre Link Between van Gogh's Signature Yellow and Cow Urine
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The bright yellow hue used to great effect by van Gogh and other painters was eventually outlawed, as it was made of urine from dehydrated cows.
5 Fall Foods You Can Forage in Your Own Neighborhood
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Foraging is the practice of searching your native environment for edibles - and anybody can do it. Here are five commonly found foraging favorites.
Poisonous Death Cap Mushroom Spreads Over North America
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Amanita phalloides is non-native to the North American continent, introduced to California from Europe, and rapidly spreading.