The Economic Botanist

7 hours ago8 min read

Fresh vegetables on soil: ripe red tomatoes in a crate, lush greens, purple broccoli, and orange carrots. Vibrant garden harvest.

Companion Planting Secrets: Grow Healthier Gardens Naturally

1 day ago7 min read

Bees and a butterfly hover over vibrant purple flowers with orange centers against a green background, showcasing nature's beauty.

How to Turn Your Garden into a Pollinator Paradise: Simple Tips to Attract Bees, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds

Bee Plants

2 days ago8 min read

Potted flowers and succulents in a garden, vibrant colors.

Chaos Gardening and the Future of Urban Biodiversity: Sustainability and Food Sovereignty in the City

3 days ago7 min read

Sunlit forest with tall trees, green foliage,.

Urban Forests: How Trees Quietly Save Our Cities Every Day

4 days ago8 min read

Cherry blossom trees arch over vibrant pink, yellow, and purple flowers in a serene garden. A colorful carpet leads into the distance.

Spring Awakens: How the Season Blooms Differently Around the World

5 days ago9 min read

A variety of fresh green vegetables, almonds, and oranges arranged on a wooden table, conveying a healthy and vibrant mood.

Eat Green: Smart and Simple Ways to Make Your Diet More Sustainable

Food

6 days ago8 min read

Close-up of purple grapes with water droplets and green leaves on a vine. Sunlight highlights the vibrant colors, creating a fresh, juicy feel.

10 Juicy Truths About Grapes You Didn’t Know

Food

May 147 min read

Various potted plants in terracotta and white pots on a wooden surface, set against a light wall. Lush greenery creates a calm, natural vibe.

How to Spring Clean Your Houseplants and Revive Their Glow

May 138 min read

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Close-up of three vibrant red and yellow eggplants hanging from a plant, with lush green leaves in the background.

Tamarillo

Discover the vibrant world of Tamarillo! Dive into its history, health benefits, and culinary uses. Learn why Tamarillo is a superfruit sensation.

Apr 288 min read

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Dyeing with Nature: The Rise of Plant-Based Natural Dyes in Fashion

Plant-based natural dyes are transforming fashion with sustainable, eco-friendly colors, offering a safer, greener alternative.

Plant Materials

Mar 216 min read

Plants growing in a spacecraft window with a view of stars and a bright sun in space. The scene is serene and futuristic. By www.theeconomicbotanist.com

Plants in Space: Exploring the Potential of Extraterrestrial Agriculture

Space farming is the key to sustainable food production on future space missions, cutting costs and enabling human colonization beyond Earth

Science & Innovation

Mar 156 min read

Clusters of ripe, dark purple elderberries on branches with green leaves. Background is lush and vibrant, conveying a sense of abundance. www.theeconomicbotanist.com

Elderberry

Learn all about Elderberry (Sambucus nigra), from its history and health benefits to its culinary uses.

Mar 138 min read

Close-up of clusters of ripe red and blue saskatoon berries with green leaves, set against a blurred natural background. Vibrant and fresh appearance. By www.theeconomicbontiats.com

Saskatoon berry

Discover everything you need to know about Saskatoon berries (Amelanchier alnifolia), from growing tips to their culinary and health uses.

Mar 128 min read

Chia

Learn everything you need to know about the chia plant (Salvia hispanica), from growing tips to its health benefits, and culinary uses.

Mar 119 min read

Cranberry

Discover the vibrant world of Cranberry! Learn how this small, tart fruit, Cranberry, boosts health and culinary delights. Explore now!

Mar 98 min read

Lingonberry

Discover the health benefits and culinary uses of the lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea).

Mar 67 min read

Maca

Learn about the many health benefits and culinary uses of maca (Lepidium meyenii), a powerful root vegetable from the Andes.

Mar 58 min read

Teff

Explore the many benefits of teff, an ancient grain with rich nutritional value. Learn how to grow, cook, and enjoy teff.

Mar 48 min read

Orange cloudberries on vibrant green leaves. The berries are clustered, glossy, and ripe against a lush, leafy background. www.theeconomicbotanist.com

Cloudberry

Discover the unique flavor and health benefits of Cloudberry, a prized Arctic fruit. Learn about its uses, history, and how to grow it.

Mar 37 min read

Tiger nut's brown roots with the tubers hang against a blurred wooden walkway and green foliage background, suggesting a natural, earthy setting. www.theeconomicbotanist.com

Tiger Nut / Chufa

Discover the health benefits, culinary uses, and growing tips for tiger nuts / chufa (Cyperus esculentus).

Mar 28 min read

Tulips in Fashion and Home Décor: A Timeless Inspiration

Learn about tulips in fashion and home decor as one of the most iconic and timeless flowers, symbolizing beauty, love, and elegance.

Special Series

Mar 110 min read

A bunch of pink and yellow tulips with lush green leaves

What Tulips Tell Us About Love, Friendship, and Happiness

Discover the rich symbolism of tulips, from their association with love and friendship to their historical significance during Tulip Mania.

Special Series

Feb 236 min read

Tulips and Food Culture: Tulip Petals in Culinary Traditions and Edible Flower Trends

Discover how tulip petals are making their way into culinary traditions and edible flower trends.

Special Series