Orchids don't like soggy soil and overwatering is a common cause of death for these tropical houseplants. Learn how to water an orchid without overdoing it.

The secret to its rapid transit is in its chemistry. Ethanol, to give booze its proper name, is a tiny, agile molecule. It has a backbone of two carbon atoms and is soluble in water. It can hop over ...

Lemon trees need pruning to shape, improve airflow, and boost fruit production. Here's when you should do it and how to get it right for a healthy harvest.

Do not remove the tree from the warm indoors and put it outside if temperatures are freezing. It’s best to let the tree ...

Even though they're tropical plants, poinsettias don't like it hot. "We recommend keeping them in indoor temperatures between ...

Here's how to measure the critical root zone of a tree, so you'll know how to dig around it without injuring its roots.

Mulch is essential for retaining moisture and suppressing weeds, but over time, it can break down and become ineffective.