On Sanibel Island, volunteer “mangrove mamas” and “propagule papas” grow red mangrove seedlings to restore critical habitats ...

Hydrangeas will do well paired with other plants that have similar growing needs, like daffodils, hostas, boxwoods, and ...

Meet the Annatto tree—its vibrant red seeds, called ‘lipstick seeds’, were crushed into natural sindoor by tribal farmers in Andhra for generations. Now in demand worldwide for cosmetics, food, and ...

Strawberry guava is a hardy, nutrient-rich fruit ideal for sustainable farming and niche markets. Easy to grow and versatile ...

This use of plants in tinctures and as healing medicine is truly endless and completely natural. Across the world, bushes, herbs, flowers, and barks are used to ease symptoms of pain, anxiety, and ...

Using a pruner, cut a 3- to 4-inch-long piece of stem and let it dry for a day or two to form a callus. Then plant it in a ...

People have been celebrating the summer solstice with elaborate rituals since prehistoric times. But humans aren’t the only ...

With beans and salads cleared, there remains plenty of growing time for a second crop. Seasoned gardeners will have raised plants of basil, cabbage family crops including savoys and calabrese, leeks ...

Flowering garden plants aren't the only way to attract bees to your yard. Trees, including this popular choice with fiery red ...

Using a paring knife, slice the papaya in half. Use a spoon to seed the papaya. Cut one-third of the papaya into four 1-inch ...

One of the rarest crops you can get in Grow a Garden is the elusive Candy Blossom. A nice little tree with blue leaves and ...