Salal is a beautiful ground cover that attracts birds, butterflies, and other pollinators. It's native to the US and thrives in a range of areas.

Perennials. Tall slipper plant (Pedilanthus bracteatus) is a highly drought-tolerant selection from Mexica whose bracts are suggestive of Dorothy’s footwear in “The Wizard of Oz.” These bracts are ...

Looking for a plant to help you fill those tough to manage spots in the drier and shadier parts of the garden? Here are three shade perennials to try.

Artificial light may be lengthening the growing season in urban environments by as much as 3 weeks compared to rural areas, according to an analysis of satellite data from 428 urban centers in the ...

At 96, gardener Patricia Bate needs plants that are easy to grow to keep her garden oasis looking green.

A growing medium provides physical support for roots to anchor themselves, so the plant can stand upright and grow. It should be loose enough to permit root development and growth. The growing ...

When planting a new mango tree (and all trees for that matter), here are some tips. *Consider the mature height and spread of the tree when deciding where to plant it. In the case of a mango tree ...

The Philippine orchid Medinilla magnifica isn't a common plant to see, but it's an easy one to grow on your patio in the summer and inside the house when the weather cools down.

A New Kind of Concrete Can Grow and Repair Itself. How? It’s Alive. Self-healing concrete could be greener, more resilient, and longer lasting than the standard variety.