By JESSICA DAMIANO So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun off-season activity, especially for ...

Let us introduce you to the banana leaf plant. Although they are commonly called banana trees, banana leaf plants (Musa spp.) ...

The last thing your tropical houseplants need is a cold, dry, dark home through the winter months. Luckily, there's one ...

Poinsettias are one of the most popular winter plants, being synonymous with the holiday season. The bright section of the ...

I'm scared to even whisper it for fear of jinxing it, but summer in London is swiftly coming to a close. But to soften the cool winter that's surely looming, why not lean on some tropical foliage to ...

Dreaming of a beach vacation? My guess is you’re picturing a palm tree. Fantasizing about life on a remote island? You’re probably envisioning a walk among birds of paradise, cannas and bananas.

Winter is not here yet, but many gardeners are already nostalgic for the long days of summer. Despite the cooler weather, many tropical patio plants are alive and well - right up to the first freeze.

Tropical hibiscus likes hot weather and provides vibrant flowers in summer, but it will not survive a winter outside in ...

There's nothing quite as spectacular as a bougainvillea in full bloom. If you live in a warmer region, you can take steps to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Just because tropical plants can prosper indoors, however, doesn’t mean they necessarily will. As with ...

Coleus can also take direct sun in cooler gardens. Coleus is just as much a favorite houseplant as it is a garden subject.

Hard freezes this week have damaged tropical plants in our landscapes. For most of us, tropical plants are worth the extra effort it takes to get them through the winter by covering them and even ...