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This popular tropical plant can be grown outdoors, but it needs to become a houseplant in winter. Here's how to move it indoors without causing shock.

Transform your Florida backyard into a tropical retreat with DIY fountain ideas that add soothing sounds, style, and year-round serenity.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you’ve ever spotted a plant with a braided trunk at your local nursery, chances are it was a money ...

Unpleasant odors can creep into even the most beautiful yard, whether it's from compost piles, traffic, or the neighbor's stinky trash cans. While air fresheners and sprays can't do much to help ...

We are now entering the most glorious time of the year, with warm days and cool nights, football, apple orchards, and endless opportunities to wear plaid flannel shirts. In your yard, you may be ...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A walk in UNC Asheville's Botanical Gardens revealed a few surprises. "You can do sautéed milkweed buds," explained Heather Wood Buzzard. "I wanna say it's cheesy. It's creamy ...