Houseplants often come to mind when you think of growing succulents. But many of these massive options grow several feet tall and make a statement outdoors.

A fruit is the seed-bearing, ripened ovary of a flowering plant that is edible. Many culinary vegetables are considered fruits in the botanical sense. Did you know the outer edible layer of most ...

With spring around the corner, Maryland naturalist Carl R. Gold lays out some of the plants — some edible, some poisonous — that you’ll soon see sprouting up.

The bright-pink fruit of the prickly-pear cactus adds a zing to this dish, inspired by the flora of Death Valley National Park.

Garden designers and horticulturists share the smarter, more sustainable ways people are transforming their outdoor spaces ...

Appreciating the peace and joy of a beautiful garden is a great way to unplug and recharge. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or just want to admire, this spring’s garden tours and flower shows ...

As this is the time of year when Aloe vera is in bloom, the story of how this plant arrived in our hemisphere is worth ...

The average American household throws away nearly a third of the fresh herbs it buys. That $4 clamshell of basil sitting in ...

Here's one more wonder of life in the Sonoran Desert: Wild-growing fruit is just now coming into its edible prime - never mind that it's almost winter. The fruit of the barrel cactus thrives - and ...

Medically reviewed by Jonathan Purtell, RDN Key Takeaways Eating dragon fruit can help boost your immune system. Dragon fruit may improve heart health by reducing "bad" cholesterol. The fiber in ...

The sweetest monikers for your tiny bestie.

To address the elephant in the room: when people think of New Jersey beaches, they’re usually picturing boardwalks, carnival games, and crowds that would make a sardine can look spacious. What they’re ...