Gardening is a deeply rewarding endeavor, but even the most enthusiastic beginners can make mistakes that hinder plant growth ...

IT might still be a bit chilly outside, but spring is just around the corner and if you want your garden to be ready for the ...

What to Prune and Maintain During the Spring Season. Nathan Heinrich, horticulturist and botanical designer, says when you ...

MacCubbin gives advice on gardening in Florida including care of plumeria, oak trees, St. Augustine sod, crotons, ornamental ...

A disease called black pod rot is attacking cacao pods, damaging crops and putting the global chocolate supply at risk. The disease, caused by an organism that shrivels cacao pods and destroys the ...

If I were to mention sex education, most of us would think of health class in high school or that awkward conversation with mom. But the reality is, plants reproduce ...

Hostas are perennials that provide significant foliage interest in your flower garden or landscape. Miss America consists of heart-shaped green leaves with white centers and light green streaking.The ...

Cultural controls and nursery hygiene are essential — nematodes are readily spread by overhead irrigation or propagation mist ...

The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s 44th annual Spring Plant Sale will be on Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Those attending can browse ...

Early onset Alzheimer’s disease is Alzheimer’s disease that starts before age 65. It’s rare under age 30 and more commonly affects people ages 50 and over. Early detection and treatment can ...

A well-watered plant that suddenly wilts or unexpectedly drops its leaves could be infected with the soil pathogen Phytophthora. The disease it causes, Phytophthora root and crown rot, can affect many ...

White-flowered and silver-leaved plants may be used to blend areas where colors meet. Dear Master Gardener: We bought a house last summer with lots of hostas in the yard. How do we divide them?