"People bring things into their homes that promise peace, tranquility and security." Whether it be lots of cosy cushions, fluffy rugs, solid wood furniture or opulent greenery, a cosy cave and idyllic ...

Here's what Neil Sperry has experienced when using Texas oak and pecan leaves in compost, plus his advice on winter watering.

Some potatoes are born to become potato chips but some are destined to be beautiful roses bursting through the soil.

It may appear counterintuitive, however, watering blueberry bushes can protect them in winter. Strong and well-watered plants ...

Sod didn’t become a big item until the 1960s. Most new lawns were either seeded from bermuda or planted from plugs shared ...

Azaleas put on quite a show in the spring if they have been protected well during winter. Learn how to protect azaleas in ...

A member of the onion family, chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are low-maintenance plants known for their culinary and ornamental qualities. Their green leaves and purple flowers are ...

This story was authored by Eric Larson. When first introduced to the United States in 1825, poinsettias or Euphorbia pulcherrima were named “Painted Leaf” and “Mexican Fire Plant.” In 1822, Joel ...

There are more than 550 species of air plants, so named because they take nourishment from the air and don't need soil to ...

Alexandra Moreno, landscape designer and tropical plant expert, says, 'It's crucial to reduce watering your Christmas cactus ...

Begin to prepare your roses for winter in the fall months. Stop fertilizing and deadheading plants by early fall so that the ...