Nantucket Looms is an iconic boutique and design firm on the Massachusetts island. In an exclusive excerpt, see inside one of ...

Whole-foods and plant-based diets prioritize plant foods and minimize processed foods and animal products. These diets are associated with several health benefits, such as reduced risk of diabetes ...

Plants need water to make their own food. This is called photosynthesis. It happens in plant leaves. Plants also need carbon dioxide from air and sunlight to make their food. Slide 1 of 3 ...

Both English and French lavenders grow best in light, well-drained soil in full sun. Improve the drainage if you have heavy soil, or dig in soil improver, or grow in pots. Plants grow quickly in their ...

Wisteria should be pruned regularly and is better suited for growing on a strong arbor or trellis. Roses are incredibly romantic, so why shouldn't you plant a line of shrubby roses or a trellised ...

Whether you’re planting in your yard, on a windowsill, or in a public space, you can help create more bird-friendly habitats with native plants. Find the best plants for your area (and where to get ...

When to harvest: July to October. How to grow: very early April is your absolute last chance to sow these tender fruits, which need a long growing season to do well. For much better results this month ...

Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) is an easily grown hardy annual wildflower that is quick to grow and blooms in summer, bearing masses of pretty, ruffled flowers on slender wiry stems. While not native ...