Astronauts Almost Killed Their First Flowers
The first zinnias are blooming in space, but they almost didn’t make it from bud to flower. This is a story of how an…
The First Flower Grown in Space is an Edible Orange Zinnia
The first flowers to ever grow in space are blooming on the International Space Station today. Despite fears of…
Astronauts' Veggie Garden in Space is About to Grow a Burst of Color
After successfully growing (and eating) lettuce, astronauts on the International Space Station have graduated to…
Goodbye Astronaut Ice Cream: NASA Is Growing Salad in Space
Having a nibble of astronaut ice cream is a rite of passage for field-tripping American youths, but the reality of…