Local horticulturist Nan Sterman explains what went into choosing the plants and her garden design in Balboa Park’s rebuilt Botanical Building ...

Canna lilies are bold and beautiful landscape plants that are a staple growing in southern home gardens, popularized as easy ...

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Consider a hedge of heliconia, or crab’s claw. Different varieties can grow from one to four metres tall and their stunning pendulous flower would brighten any garden.

Bring island vibes home with tropical garden accents like bamboo, orchids, water features, and lush greenery seen in Hawaii villas.

This 83-acre oasis honors Dr. David Fairchild, the renowned 20th-century botanist and plant explorer who not only put mangoes ...

Used in Indian, Sri Lankan and Southeast Asian cuisines, curry leaves can add a strong fragrance and distinct flavour to various dishes.

Gurmar, curry leaves, moringa and more: 5 healing leaves that help control blood sugar, support gut health Diabetes and blood sugar control: Ancient herbs are finding their way into everyday ...

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Object Details Biogeographical Region 83 - Western South America Collector Segundo Leiva Gonzalez Max. Elevation 1200 Min. Elevation 1200 Record Last Modified 23 Sep 2020 Specimen Count 1 Collection ...

Plants produce an astonishing variety of chemical substances. Most of these metabolites are involved in chemical communication and serve to defend against pests, protect against pathogens, and ...