Banana trees are one of more than 80 species of flowering plants in the Musa genus. Bananas are huge herbaceous plants with fleshy, upright stalks from which large, oblong, bright green leaves ...

To get your peace lily to shine, a gardening enthusiast has shared one simple task she does weekly to get her houseplant from ...

Orchids are one of the most popular houseplants due to their beautiful and unusual blooms but if they're not flowering as ...

Banana trees are a common feature in New Orleans-area landscapes. They are primarily grown for the tropical look they bring with their enormous leaves waving in the summer breezes.

Question. Our banana developed a flowering shoot that is now forming fruits on a tall plant. How long before they ripen? Answer. Nice! Your crop made it through the winter to flower during the ...

Roses are now in full bloom, which means gardeners will be busy trying to prolong their life. A few simple ingredients could ...

Exotic-looking flowers may have a reputation for being difficult to grow, but there are plenty to choose from that grow well during our warm summer weather and will give you bold foliage and unique ...

Green-thumbed gardeners will love this striking and adaptable plant, perfect for both indoor and outdoor settings. The banana plant—specifically the Musa Oriental Dwarf—is a tropical variety ...

This week's column includes advice for getting plants to produce, as well as how to get in touch with University of Missouri Extension's Plant Clinic.