If there is one leaf shape everyone knows, it’s the maple leaf. Botanically, it’s known as palmately lobed. Just the other ...

Pinot noir is a popular red wine made from the thin-skinned Vitis vinifera grape of the same name. These plants can be tricky to grow, which is why pinot noir is often called the “heartbreak grape.” ...

Tomatoes are the quintessential garden crop, celebrated for their vibrant flavors and versatility in the kitchen. Whether you’re preparing a fresh salad, whipping up salsa, or canning sauces, the ...

As this is the time of year when Aloe vera is in bloom, the story of how this plant arrived in our hemisphere is worth telling. Native to the rocky soil of the southern Arabian Peninsula — Saudi ...

If your yard was damaged by the freezing temperatures, don't panic. Some plants may look worse before they get better. Scratch the bark of a plant lightly with a fingernail or a coin. If the revealed ...

Recent freezing weather may have damaged plants in your yard, but not all damage is permanent. Some plants may look worse before they get better, according to Sara MacDonald at the St. Lucie County ...

With its notably sweet flesh and easy-to-peel skin, Sumo Citrus changed how Americans think about mandarins. Here are the four citrus varieties growers are betting on next. Citrus fans know that the ...

Abutilons, also known as flowering maple (Abutilon spp.), can make a stunning addition to your garden. Well-loved pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds adore these plants, and their ...

Around 410 million years ago terrestrial life was relatively simple. There were no forests or prairies—land was largely dominated by slimy microbial mats. The types of plants that would eventually ...

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When it comes to squash varieties, there are way too many to count. This delicious fruit is one of the longest cultivated food plants, with a storied history that dates back over 8,000 years. This is ...

Move over, Honeycrisp. We asked apple growers, marketers, and breeders to share the new varieties they’re most excited about. When surveying the dozen-plus apple varieties on display at the ...