Kern, who is chair of the West Los Angeles chapter of California Rare Fruit Growers, finally gave up growing Gros Michel, but ...

Growing fruit trees indoors can transform even the coziest corners of your home into a verdant personal orchard. Even better, ...

First of all, a banana plant is actually an herb, not a tree. As for fruit, bananas seldom produce fruit this far north, although a cold hardy variety may produce if conditions are perfect.

Without this crucial step of banana tree care, your precious plants can be damaged by frosts, or, at worst, be killed completely. Even cold hardy bananas need a helping hand to survive inclement ...

The cactus, palms and succulents anchoring yards around the desert can successfully be planted in the heat, but don't wait.

If traditional garden beds aren't available to you, that doesn't mean you can't grow your own fruits and veggies. Here are ...

With a wide range of species to choose from, viburnum is a compelling option for all kinds of hedging needs. There are 20-foot varieties and more compact options that reach 6-8 feet tall, so gardeners ...

From world-class whale watching to oysters shucked at their source, there is a fascinating mix of culture, wildlife, and ...

From world-class whale watching to oysters shucked at their source, there is a fascinating mix of culture, wildlife, and ...

Are there any tasks you'd really prefer to avoid, like extensive pruning, managing pests, or keeping up with plants that need ... Fig trees are generally hardy in zones 7 to 10 and will need some ...

Save yourself a trip to the garden center by buying your next outdoor plant at one of these online retailers, which offer a ...

A gardener has shared a clip showing how he uses his leftover banana peels to make a fertliser for his plants that helps them grow stronger. There are many ways to create a natural fertiliser at ...