The early heat and humidity have sent many folks indoors earlier than normal, but luckily, we have plants that like these conditions. Tropical plants thrive in the tropics, so they are right at home ...

Tropical plants in the genus Heliconia attract hummingbirds, bats and other creatures in the wild — and intrigue plant collectors, who prize them for their intense colors, dramatic beak-like ...

It's not too late to liven up your garden with bright and colorful blooms.

As the melodies of Keith Urban’s “Long Hot Summer” fill the air, it’s time to ask ourselves: are we, and more importantly, our gardens ready for the heat? Summer is upon us and as temperatures rise, ...

Everything tropical is in demand right now. Perhaps it's because of the Maui or Fiji vacations that we have missed due to the pandemic, but everything from tropical summertime drinks to tropical home ...

While July is often seen as a time to kick back and enjoy your spring planting, there are a few heat-loving plants that can ...

In the botanical world, flowers come in a dazzling array of pink color variations, from pastel and coral shades to deep berry and fuschia. Nowhere are such diverse pink petals more prevalent than ...

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Amazon elephant's ear thrives in large pots, both inside and out. It ...

Red flower clusters dangle from Dragon Wing begonia in this summer-proof pot. Dragon Wing begonias are heat-tolerant, ...

A study found that bees remain active in mountain cloud forests, but hummingbirds transfer pollen more effectively.