Dear Master Gardener: I didn’t think aloe vera plants flowered, but mine looks like it is getting a flower. Answer: The aloe vera plant is an easy-care succulent that is native to Africa. It’s great ...

fungal effects. The Egyptians thought of it as the “Plant of Immortality”. During the reign of Nero it was described as a favorite healing plant. In Chinese culture it was used since the times of ...

Although poinsettia and amaryllis are good choices, there is other flora to choose from While poinsettia, Christmas cactus and amaryllis will always be the go-to holiday plants, other colorful or ...

Each day I check the weather forecast to see if there is a chance for sunshine. This January has been exceptionally cloudy, which can translate to gloomy for those of us who are used to sunny skies.

As gardeners enter this year’s dormant season, many step away from the garden as plants drift into a rest period, preparing for spring growth. This seasonal pattern is most apparent in the nation’s ...

Aloe vera is an easy-to-care-for succulent with renowned healing properties. Waiting for your aloe's soil to dry out in between waterings is essential. Propagating an aloe vera is simple once baby ...