And tillandsias, popularly known as air plants, are perhaps the best known. Almost all originated in tropical and subtropical climates (Mexico and due south) and they’re known for wildly exotic ...

Disturbances called tropical waves help form many tropical storms and hurricanes, but the atmosphere has other ways to kick ...

Though there are plenty of native perennial plants that hummingbirds love, consider adding a bit of tropical flair to your ...

Whether heated or unheated, a greenhouse can make tasks like growing tropical plants and getting a jump on seeding tender annuals easier—and extend your growing season well beyond the summer months.

Insect pests and diseases are usually not a problem. The root system is not aggressive so the tree may be planted near the ...

Tropical plant species are as threatened by climate change as widely feared, study confirms Date: July 22, 2024 Source: Brown University Summary: Biologists who set out to better understand the ...

Gardeners can now prune dead material from cold-damaged tropical plants and check for signs of new growth. It's time to plant warm-weather bedding plants and summer vegetables. Consider using ...

It may look like it’s made of plastic but anthurium is actually a living, breathing plant. In certain countries, where the ...

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 ...