A biennial is a plant that grows for two years before producing new fruit or seeds. Carrots are biennials, but that label refers to their seeds rather than their roots. The carrot root is typically ...

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It's Christmastime, which means you're likely to fill your home with cheerful holiday decor—poinsettia plants included. Did you know that with proper care, you can re-bloom those same red flowers in ...

On my bad mental health days, my houseplants serve as a reminder of the empathy and compassion I should have for myself. I started collecting an array of greenery about a year ago. Since then, I’ve ...

Listen, it's happened to everyone. A plant catches your eye at the store, and you happily bring it home. Then, seemingly overnight, that lush, beautiful statement piece you picked out becomes a crispy ...

Growing tired of a lifeless interior? Or maybe your room’s a blank canvas ready for its first dash of color. The best indoor plants can add just the right amount of intrigue—they’re free-form and ...