Greenhouses allow us to grow plants even during the coldest and darkest days of the year – if you can keep the cold air out.

Rock salt separates into sodium and chloride ions when dissolved in water. These ions can cause damage to the inner workings ...

Plants make substances called alkaloids to protect themselves, and humans have long taken advantage of these chemicals, using ...

A recent study suggests that the large mammals may seek out parts of bananas and papayas when they’re suffering from gut ...

Growing banana plants in containers is a rewarding way to enjoy lush tropical foliage, at home, especially if you don’t have ...

The move is part of the Trump administration’s push to make sure no federal regulations stand in the way of restoring the ...

As Marion County faces frigid temperatures, experts offer advice on how to properly protect plants from freeze damage.

Now that we've spent lots of time and efforts overwintering our favorite tropical plants and tender perennials like Geranium, ...

Nothing brings fear into a gardener like the thought of a pest infestation on your precious houseplants! As loving plant ...

If you have a way to collect rainwater indoors, it can be a great resource for watering plants. Place containers near ...

While they are often treated as annuals, amaryllis can be grown year-round and forced to rebloom year after year. Here's how ...