The cold, dreary days of winter have many people daydreaming about jetting away to some exotic location to bask briefly in a tropical paradise before having to return to the bone-chilling reality of a ...

Growing tropical plants in the garden is so much fun! One of the best tropical plants to grow is definitely Elephant Ears, or ...

These plants are ideal for practical, lazy gardeners. The perennial is long-lived, easy to care for, and dazzling during the ...

Raised garden beds are ideal for many plants and gardeners. They offer a way to easily garden on a site with poor soil, keep weeds under control, and adjust water needs and soil nutrients. The raised ...

Mary Marlowe Leverette is one of the industry’s most highly regarded housekeeping and fabric care experts, sharing her knowledge on efficient housekeeping and textile conservation. She is also a ...

Houseplant care routines may need to be adjusted for winter's changes in sunlight, temperature, and humidity. Keep plants away from cold drafts and hot air sources, aiming for temperatures between 65 ...

Tips from three people working in chilly climates: a fashion designer, an aesthetician and a chef. By Kari Molvar Beauty School answers common beauty questions with help from creative people who’ve ...

Winter brings with it harsh, freezing weather conditions, and it's something many plants in our gardens simply can't survive. So what better way to protect them than to bring them indoors and enjoy ...

Wintry weather finally came! After a very dry fall we are excited to get some seasonal temperatures and a bit of snow on the mountains and in the valley. This has bumped the Arkansas River basin up to ...

Because of their delicate nature, paperwhite narcissus (Narcissus papyraceus) bulbs will not overwinter successfully outside in Illinois. However, they are great bulbs to force inside. (Ceasol - ...

When winter rolls around, having a home filled with thriving plants is a good way to combat the colder, grayer days that the season is known for. Indoor plants add a much-needed burst of green but ...