Winter brings its own set of challenges for indoor plant enthusiasts. As temperatures drop and heating systems run continuously, maintaining the right balance of humidity and temperature becomes ...

Sweet potatoes grow well indoors. Use large pots or tubs with good drainage ... during growing season using balanced fertiliser rich in phosphorus and potassium to promote blooming. Prune after ...

Watering orchids correctly is essential for their health and blooming potential. Orchids are delicate plants that require ...

As old as the dinosaurs, the indestructible Japanese sago palm is exotic and architectural. Hazel Sillver looks at how to ...

Often grown as annuals, coleus can be perennials in warmer climates. Coleus will benefit from being cut back if they stay ...

What’s not to love about peace lily, this easy-to-grow indoor plant will bring life and colour to your low-light spots while ...

Do you want to bring a little fun to your outdoor space or indoor garden? With a little paint, you can take a basic flower ...

Dear Master Gardener: Does a jasmine plant overwinter well or should I treat it as an annual and toss it when it freezes?

If your tropical hibiscus is planted in the ground, your only option in cooler, northerly zones, is to cover it with frost ...

Various colors and textures are best for a whimsical garden. Here are some small flowering plants you can use for your own ...

It's surprising that so few of us have learned how to grow Chilean guava already. Also known as the New Zealand cranberry, ...

Geraniums can also be over-wintered as cuttings. Use a sharp knife or pruning shears to take 3- to 4-inch cuttings from the ...