A new study by researchers at the University of Sussex and Rothamsted Research published on Jan. 20 in npj Biodiversity has ...

Tropical trees like plumeria do not thrive in most parts of the United States because they require hot and humid conditions.

Limp, wilted plants. This can be caused by overwatering, poor drainage or root rot. Violets prefer evenly moist but not soggy ...

There's a lot of confusion over whether plant food is the same thing as fertilizer. Is there a difference? Let's find out.

One answer is to opt for low-maintenance flowers that don't need commercial fertilizer. Finding plants that thrive without store-bought plant food shouldn't be difficult. Look around you — the ...

It was wonderful to receive the gift of a plant over the holidays. You don't need a green thumb to take care of it. There are four things to remember: keep the soil moist, position it in the ...

The caladiums are nearing their end, so it's time to gather the bulbs. Across the front of my house, I have azaleas and ...

Azaleas are hardy here, and so are likely to survive the recent freeze. Wait until spring, when new growth emerges, to prune ...

This week's column addresses when to pinch back annual and perennial flowers, characteristics of a good potting mix and caring for indoor azaleas.

• Before the heat and dry air of spring and summer, update your irrigation system to in-line drip, flexible tubing with ...

If you’re looking for a houseplant that’s as unique as it is low-maintenance, let me introduce you to air plants, members of ...