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

It can take several months, including a period of dormancy, before the bulb has enough energy to produce another flower.

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.

To use eggshells for plants as a nutrient boost, just crumbling them up isn't enough, according to a plant care expert.While ...

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 ...

Make sure to cover sensitive plants lightly with straw or evergreen branches, and make sure your outdoor water faucets are winterized. Then sit back, make a fire and enjoy the brief winter wonderland ...

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.