The best thing you can do for any plant in your garden is to water it deeply ahead of a freeze. Water acts as an insulator, ...

Some plants produce heat, which has long puzzled botanists. But a new study suggests that infrared radiation is an ancient ...

Poinsettias: The poinsettia is the quintessential symbol of the Jamaican holiday season. According to Thompson, these bold red flowers are extremely popular — both as gifts and for décor — due to ...

Partridge berry is what happens when a plant understands the assignment. Low-growing. Evergreen. Shade-tolerant. Native. It forms a tidy carpet of glossy leaves, delicate white flowers, and bright red ...

As a horticulturist I know one thing and that is, "Snow" is in the winter forecast. I made sure of that in September, ...

Bored of the same old peonies and hostas? There are thousands of beautiful yet forgotten plants out there that add color, ...

It’s amazing that Christmas is almost here and Santa is on his way. Hope he brings my fondest wish – rain! A little rain would be a fabulous Christmas gift.

Why hibiscus is the most wanted tropical plant for home décor. Learn how to grow, care for, and enjoy its vibrant blooms all ...

Hibiscuses are beautiful plants, but they're not always easy to grow. Luckily, these lookalikes will give you the same vibe ...

The cotton leafhopper, or cotton jassid, is an invasive pest that targets cotton, okra, eggplant, soybeans, and ornamentals ...

Privacy is paramount at San Ysidro Ranch, and it’s easy to slip in and out of your bungalow without being seen (each one has ...

This reader’s photo shows a hibiscus plant where both aphids and spider mites are present, as indicated by the webbing and the aphids caught in it. Thoroughly washing plants can dislodge many pests, ...