If you’ve ever brought home a wandering jew (Tradescantia), you already know why it’s such a popular houseplant. Those trailing vines with purple, green, or silvery stripes look stunning spilling...

Snake plants (Sansevieria, now reclassified as Dracaena trifasciata) are famous for being nearly indestructible. They thrive in low light, tolerate neglect, and look sharp in any room. But here’s the...

When most people think of protein, they picture eggs, meat, or dairy. But your backyard garden can produce an impressive amount of protein too. The secret is growing smart, plant-based...

Last December, I remember sitting by the window with a cup of hot cocoa, looking at my houseplants and wishing they felt a little more festive. The Christmas tree was...

Tomatoes may be the star of your garden, but they don’t have to grow alone. With smart underplanting, you can use the space beneath your tomato vines to suppress weeds,...

Few plants can rival the drama of Caladiums. With their heart-shaped leaves splashed in vivid shades of red, pink, white, and green, they look like living stained glass. Native to...

Succulents are admired for their sculptural leaves, but many also surprise growers with incredible flowers. Among the most unique are those that produce blooms shaped like stars. These plants range...

You’ve been watching your onion patch with pride, waiting for the moment you’ll pull up plump, golden bulbs. Then one day, instead of swelling bulbs, you notice a thick, straight...

Few things frustrate a gardener more than waking up to a yard full of fresh mole tunnels. Those raised ridges and mounds can make a beautiful lawn look like it’s...

Many flowers are admired for just a few days before they fade and end up tossed away, but they don’t have to lose their beauty so quickly. Pressing flowers and...