Succulents are named for their fleshy, juicy leaves and roots and are respected by landscapers and florists for their ornamental properties and architectural magnitudes. However, their apt name makes ...

Starting an indoor garden is an obvious option for gardeners, unwilling to stop growing because of colder weather. But while harvesting your own garlic and lettuce off your windowsill can still be ...

With the proper care and attention, these resilient plants can thrive for decades. Whether they're growing indoors or out, ...

Slender pigweed (Portulaca filifolia) develops potato-like tubers. Several species of parakeelya (Calandrinia), characterised by their flattened rosettes of succulent leaves, have crisp white tuberous ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. As a ...

Recipe for salad of succulents with sea urchin and quinoa. “This dish, combining many of the tastes and textures of the sea, makes a great appetiser,” says George Biron. “There are many edible ...

Why has my succulent changed colour? SOPHIE: If it's happened suddenly and your plant's not looking healthy, it might be in response to too much or too little nutrition or water. But on a brighter ...