Ortenzi is convinced the hardy and versatile cactus pear, otherwise called the prickly pear or, in Italy, the Indian fig, can be a highly profitable solution yielding a raft of products such as soft ...

Full disclosure, dear Pandas, we’re huge gardening geeks! We love growing things so much that we suspect we might have some ...

A colorful plant in full bloom is a great gift for any person on your holiday shopping list. While the poinsettia remains the most popular blooming plant for the holiday season, one of the most ...

Few plants have as many names as this one. Bought primarily during the holidays, poinsettias are one of the most popular ...

Lucky Bamboo grows best in water. It’s often placed in decorative containers, providing an elegant, soil-free touch to any ...

You’ve purchased a beautiful “Christmas cactus” from a store or received one as a gift, only to find it blooming in ...

Tough succulents are great for scorching climates or struggling new plant owners. If these scenarios are familiar, consider ...

According to the U.S. Drought Monitor County was in severe drought in September and the beginning of October this year.

Nestled at the base of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains, just north of Tucson, Catalina State Park is a 5,500-acre ...

Plants are a popular gift for birthdays, housewarming, or during the holidays, and one that can be found at garden centers now (or soon) is the Thanksgiving and/or Christmas cactus. Native to ...

Tis the season for holiday cactuses, but can you tell them apart? Here's how to identify the differences between a ...

Prickly pear and Christmas cactus are two popular flowering cacti that are often grown as houseplants. And, while their ...