Meet the snake plant—aka Mother-in-Law’s Tongue (Sansevieria trifasciata)—the ultimate low-maintenance houseplant that’s as stylish as it is tough. Loved for its sleek, sword-like leaves, ...

A biennial is a plant that grows for two years before producing new fruit or seeds. Carrots are biennials, but that label refers to their seeds rather than their roots. The carrot root is typically ...

Like many leafy greens, root veggies, and brassica relatives, turnips are a spring and fall crop, and mature plants can even tolerate a light touch of frost. Check your first and last frost dates in ...

With a little more than a month left in winter, and as Covid-19 restrictions continue to keep us at home, you may be looking for a way to brighten up your space. Houseplants are one solid way to ...

New experiences often come with a need to absorb knowledge, so when I had my first child, I hung on to my doctor’s every word, kept parenting books by my side, and chatted with friends about ...

The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is one of the easiest houseplants to grow so it’s a great choice for beginners. Tolerant of all kinds of conditions, its dark, glossy foliage will thrive even if ...

Money plants are common household ornaments that represent prosperity as well as good luck. They tend to lose their bright ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Known for its hydrating qualities, aloe vera might give you flashbacks to a painful summer sunburn. But ...

Poinsettias have been a Christmas staple in the U.S. for nearly 200 years, but that doesn’t mean everyone knows exactly how to take care of these tropical flowers. It’s estimated that roughly 35 ...