Dreaming of stepping into your backyard to pick fresh, juicy fruit straight from the tree? It might seem like a project reserved for seasoned gardeners with more free time (especially when harvest ...

Yes, you can grow fruits like strawberries, bananas, and grapes even if you don't have a yard - and the best part is you can grow them quickly, too.

Searching for the ultimate autumn tree? One maple variety rises above the rest, dazzling with color and thriving in a wide range of climates.

One of the most popular houseplants today is the fiddle leaf fig (Ficus lyrata). Yet this arboreal gem is also a candidate for outdoor growing.

Looking to turn your yard into a secluded oasis? While a fence certainly provides privacy, it doesn't have the beauty (or fuzzy, juicy fruit) this tree offers.

The Portland Press Herald spoke to two dozen experts this summer about the ways increasing heat is affecting Maine's natural world.

The Portland Press Herald spoke to 2 dozen experts this summer about the ways increasing heat is affecting Maine's environment.

Stagger the flowering period of your bulbs by choosing a selection of early, mid and late-flowering species. Start with crocus and iris reticulata and end with tulips. Daffodils and hyacinths are ...

For those looking to spice up their fall garden, mums are a good choice. Consider adding "Point Pelee," hybrid or perennial mums to meet the aesthetic.

Phillip Johnson is known here and overseas for his uniquely Australian gardens that are all about capturing and conserving water, creating habitat and celebrating native plants. This project at Main ...

Golden lion tamarins and Hoffman's two-toed sloths have become unlikely roommates in a brand new habitat at the Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society in Florida. Both species are native to the ...

Pear trees require fertilizer when they are young and when the soil lacks essential nutrients. For young trees, a balanced fertilizer should be applied monthly from spring to late summer to promote ...