Florida strawberries, particularly those grown in the central part of the state, develop a distinctive sweetness thanks to the region’s unique combination of sandy soil and climate conditions.

With eye-catching, silvery foliage that’s velvet-soft to the touch, Dusty Miller is a unique plant. Add to that the fact that ...

With our sugar consumption likely to rise with Halloween candy piling up, we look at the history of sugar and why ...

Groundcovers like goutweed, lily-of-the-valley and periwinkle often begin as living carpets — uniform, green and deceptively ...

As the vibrant colors of summer and autumn fade from our gardens, it’s easy to assume that all outdoor life has gone dormant.

Instead of fearing the shade in your garden, embrace it. With the right foliage, texture and stylish accessories, you can ...

Discover the benefits of companion planting for spinach and learn which plants can enhance its growth and health. Find out which plants to avoid when planting spinach.

If you're looking for a native plant that's small in stature but will flood your garden with masses of pretty white flowers in the fall, here's one to consider.

Mexican sage (Salvia leucantha) leads the purple parade each fall. This robust perennial will persist in the garden for up to ...

Each year in late summer and fall, beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) catches my eye and reminds me of its fantastic fruit ...