Tropical hibiscus likes hot weather and provides vibrant flowers in summer, but it will not survive a winter outside in ...

Let us introduce you to the banana leaf plant. Although they are commonly called banana trees, banana leaf plants (Musa spp.) ...

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Each flower only lasts a day (and occasionally two), but given plenty of sunlight and ample water and fertilizer, these plants can produce enough flower buds to give you flowers all season long.

'When frost threatens, water the soil thoroughly a day before - moist soil retains heat better than dry,' recommends the ...

Poinsettias have been a Christmas staple in the U.S. for nearly 200 years, but that doesn’t mean everyone knows exactly how to take care of these tropical flowers. It’s estimated that roughly 35 ...

Coleus can also take direct sun in cooler gardens. Coleus is just as much a favorite houseplant as it is a garden subject.

Navigate the harsh indoor environment of winter to protect your botanical investments. Strategic management is key to ...

Every day is Mother’s Day, but officially this year, May 11 is Mother’s Day. If you forgot any of those favorite women in your life, you are in real trouble! To avoid the headaches, enjoy your ...

Rather than just waiting patiently for any pollinator that comes their way to start the next generation of seeds, some plants appear to recognize the best suitors and 'turn on' to increase the chance ...

At the couple's "memorable and intimate" ceremony attended by 25 guests, flower decorations were kept at a minimum ...

Some plants crave a long bird bill. One tropical plant can even recognize which kind of hummingbird is slurping its nectar by the shape of its bill, scientists report online March 2 in the Proceedings ...