Growing perennial vegetables means less planting, less maintenance, and a more sustainable garden. Unlike annual crops, ...

Around the world, there are thousands of edible plant species—but you wouldn’t know it from looking at our diets.

University of Queensland researchers have for the first time introduced genetic material into plants via their roots, opening ...

Planting native perennials can improve a local ecosystem, strengthening any garden. This list of New York-native perennials ...

Did you know that the way weeds spread isn't your only woe? Some species can also attract pests to your yard. Discover which ...

Wolffia globosa is a tiny pondweed plant that is packed with nutrition, including protein and B vitamins.

Even botanists can be surprised at the sheer variety of a houseplant often known only for being indestructible.

Mitchell says phototropism is “nature’s magic” and is responsible for plants being able to stretch their stems, leaves, and budding flowers toward the strongest source of light. With that said, the ...

Thousands of carnivorous and rare tropical plants are hidden inside greenhouses on a dusty Hill Country road. For the first ...

Other edible plants we typically call weeds include burdock, lamb’s quarter and common mallow. Utah State University ...

A number of readers have inquired as to the status of garden soil or landscaped ground following a fire.

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 ...