Though they both produce beautiful flowers, there's a difference between hardy and tropical hibiscus plants and how you should prepare them for the winter. While hardy plants can handle winter ...

Elephant ears are only winter-hardy in Zones 9 and up, and they grow best in warm weather. Once temperatures fall below 50°F, ...

One of the greatest risks for plants in the garden in late winter is not cold but warmth. “We often get short warm spells in February, right up into the 50s or 60s,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant ...

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Few plants bring the tropical feel like a hibiscus. They are planted in tropical climates across the world and are the state flower of Hawaii. That's why it may come as a surprise that some, like the ...

With the first occurrence of decidedly cold weather, we know that even colder weather is on its way. Now is the time to consider the tropical plants in your landscape, and make plans about how you are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For cold-weather garden inspiration, we've rounded up the best winter blooming flowers—bright red ...

We know that evergreens are often used in the landscape for winter interest, but you aren't limited to just those plants.

Question: I am looking for some advice on growing gardenias in Pennsylvania. What are the tricks to success? Answer: Gardenias (Gardenia jasminoides) are a favorite flower of many people, but caring ...

Luna series hibiscus, is a Louisiana Super Plants selection for spring 2014. (Courtesy of LSU AgCenter/Dan Gill) If you've ever paid attention to the enthusiastic plant descriptions in magazine and ...