Fresh air, a light breeze, and a bit of unfiltered sun is just the trick to remind our bodies that the growing season is at hand. Our houseplants can reap similar benefits as we do from a summer stint ...

Editor's note: This story was initially published on Dec. 20, 2020. Updated in December 2025. Under the right conditions, Christmas cacti are the holiday plants that keep blooming, and not just for ...

DENVER — What started as about 10 little succulent and cactus plants has become quite a collection. I’ve been repotting some of my plants that had a growth spurt over the winter and propagating others ...

BOISE, Idaho — Even if you don’t consider yourself much of a gardener, here’s something that anybody can successfully make and grow. Garden master Jim Duthie shows us how to put together an indoor ...

Q: I’m sending you a picture of a 52-year-old cactus plant growing outdoors at our neighbors in West Fargo. If you’re interested, they would be happy to tell their story about the plant. Their names ...

Christmas cactus is flowering across Australia right now. Learn how to care for your Christmas cactus, encourage more blooms ...

June is a crucial month for Christmas cactus care, but getting it right takes less time than you think ...

With our long, hot summers and drought seemingly becoming the norm, many home gardeners are on the lookout for water-efficient plants. Although often overlooked, the cacti found in North and South ...

Nothing breathes new life into a home like a pot of succulents. Sought after for their sculptural shapes, these plants are easy enough to find. They’re available at big-box stores, but independent ...

Cactus plants are perfect for balcony gardens because they need very little care, thrive in bright light, and look beautiful all year round. Their unique shapes and textures make them great decorative ...