Author: Paul Nelson

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Plants are eukaryotes that are primarily photosynthetic. They belong to the kingdom Plantae. Although historically the plant kingdom included all non-animal living things, the current definition of the kingdom excludes most fungi and some algae. However, they are not animals. In other words, plants are eukaryotes. They can reproduce their own seeds, although they are […]

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Historically, the kingdom Plantae included all non-animal living organisms, but current definitions exclude fungi, some algae, and prokaryotes. In the ancient world, plants comprised all the flora and fauna of all continents. Currently, plants are the only known eukaryotes classified as “phytes” – and they’re not even animals. Here are some basic facts about plants. […]

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Plants are eukaryotes that are mostly photosynthetic. They belong to the kingdom Plantae. The kingdom historically included all non-animal life, but current definitions exclude certain algae and fungi. Learn more about the evolution and classification of plants. Among all eukaryotes, plants are the most abundant. Read on to learn more about plants and how they […]

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What is inspiration? What causes you to feel inspired? What are you inspired by? The most obvious answer would be to do something that makes you feel good. For instance, learning a new language or finishing school projects are great ways to get inspired. But what about the more subtle ways? The following tips can […]

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There are many benefits to gardening. Not only does it promote physical fitness, but it is also good for your health and well-being. It improves your immune system and heart health, while cultivating feelings of empowerment, connection, and creative calm. Despite all the benefits, the only downside to gardening is the dirt. It isn’t a […]

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One way to accent a patio or garden is to use containers. These containers should be deep enough to accommodate your plant species and should be made of materials that can handle weather changes. A few options include wooden half barrels, plastic tubs, bushel baskets, planter boxes, and ceramic pots. When choosing containers, consider which […]

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