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Venus Transit of the Sun June 5, 2012

June 1, 2012 / Roberta / 0 Comments

After the annular solar eclipse last month, scientists are now gearing up to observe the transit of the planet Venus on June 5, 2012.

There are many ways to watch the transit online. Check the list of links to sites that are showing images at the bottom of the Venus Transit page, including NASA’s Web Chat: Watch the Venus Transit Live!

What is the Transit of Venus? This info-graphic from space.com explains the basics.

Are you going to watch?

Let me know if you have any questions.

May 30, 2012 / Roberta / 0 Comments

Sometimes when you try a new plant in your yard, you see a new insect.

That’s what happened when we tried Lesquerella. It it attracted a new bee.

It is a solitary bee, which means each female digs or builds her own nest.

In any case, I’m not sure what kind it is. If you know your bees, it would be great to find out more.

May 29, 2012 / Roberta / 0 Comments

Some days do not turn out as expected. Frankly, our mystery seeds don’t look like much this week.

So, let’s try today’s mystery seeds while they are still in the fruit.

Do you recognize the fruit? Hint:Â it is from a landscape plant.

Edit:Â The answer is now posted.