Imagine that plants could tell us exactly when they're stressed, infected, or being eaten by insects, by lighting up. A new ...

When a plant isn’t doing well in the garden, it can feel a bit like dealing with a sick pet or young child. They can’t tell you what is wrong — but that doesn’t stop you from wanting to help them get ...

MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida on care of cardboard palms, mango trees, cannas, edible ginger, lime and ...

Question: My roses have grown tall and need pruning. When is the best time and how much of each bush should I remove? Answer: Most gardeners choose the middle of February for major rose pruning. All ...

In A Nutshell Beyond health, gardens can help cities tackle heat, flooding, and biodiversity loss. Botanical gardens already attract over half a billion visitors each year and play a key role in plant ...

Keeping your mind sharp is not just about brain games and good sleep, it is also about what you put on your plate. According to health experts, a diet rich in antioxidant-packed plant foods can ...

Plant architecture can be used to describe a range of morphological features that contribute to a plant’s overall physical structure and fitness. Both inherited and environmental factors play a role ...

I turned to a couple of books from two of my favorite herbalists, Christa Sinadinos and Dr. Sharol Marie Tilgner, to learn more about this plant. Wild yam is a beautiful vining perennial native to ...