Each flower only lasts a day (and occasionally two), but given plenty of sunlight and ample water and fertilizer, these plants can produce enough flower buds to give you flowers all season long.

Tropical plants in the genus Heliconia attract hummingbirds, bats and other creatures in the wild — and intrigue plant collectors, who prize them for their intense colors, dramatic beak-like ...

My favorite ginger is pine cone ginger. I like it because of its relatively large, glossy, green leaves that provide a tropical look in the landscape; however, my favorite characteristic of this plant ...

As the melodies of Keith Urban’s “Long Hot Summer” fill the air, it’s time to ask ourselves: are we, and more importantly, our gardens ready for the heat? Summer is upon us and as temperatures rise, ...

Sun Parasol Apricot is one of the rarest colors of mandevilla available. (Norman Winter) Sun Parasol Apricot is one of the rarest colors of mandevilla available. (Norman Winter) Fifteen years ago, the ...

A recent study highlights a troubling reality for Heliconia, a genus of tropical plants celebrated for their stunning, bird-shaped flowers. Published today, March 7, in the journal Plants, People, ...

Everything tropical is in demand right now. Perhaps it's because of the Maui or Fiji vacations that we have missed due to the pandemic, but everything from tropical summertime drinks to tropical home ...

Annual flowers can be a beautiful addition to any garden. Most gardeners already know there are plenty of flowering annuals that will last all summer, but what about the other seasons? While there are ...

Gardening requires patience, yet sometimes the environment refuses to cooperate with your daily efforts. Many people struggle ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Bringing a freshly cut bouquet or a leafy houseplant into your home instantly ushers the feeling of ...