Looking for plant-powered ways to boost your omega-3 intake. Salmon and tuna may grab all the attention, yet nature serves up ...

Grow black pepper at home this winter. This tropical spice thrives with simple care. Plant between November and February for ...

The poinsettia and its close relative, Euphorbia leucocephala or “Snow on the Mountain,” are now in spectacular color. They ...

Move cold-sensitive potted plants indoors before winter hits. Learn which ones work with your decor and how to transition them safely from outdoors.

Growing guava in a pot is an excellent way to enjoy fresh, tropical fruit even if you live in an apartment. Guava trees adapt ...

You can grow cherries indoors with an eye toward fruit, beauty, or both. You should look for dwarf and semi-dwarf varieties ...

Growing an avocado tree from seed is a fun and easy indoor project. Avocados are tropical plants, so they won't survive cold ...

A recent study revealed that plants are starting to lose more water under high temperatures. A phenomenon known as 'leaky ...

Some plants are hard to grow in the tropics. For good reason! They really belong in temperate climates, but that doesn't mean ...

An enzyme found in papaya could lead to new medicines: a scientific review reveals the surprising pharmaceutical potential of ...

Carnivorous plants survive in nutrient-poor areas by trapping insects for food. Here are 10 well-known species from around ...

There are several types of avocados. Any can be grown outdoors in horticultural zones 9-11, but the Hass variety, which is ...