Before I dig up the elephant ears I cut back the stems to about 3-5 inches; this makes it easier to dig up the plants. Be sure not to cut into the plant.

A date palm tree can strike an imposing figure in any backyard. The slow-growing trees can grow as single or multi-stemmed ...

Willows are a popular landscaping tree that adds beauty and elegance to your garden. They are also one of the best trees for ...

Moving a tropical container plant indoors for the winter? Skip the fertilizer, provide as much light as possible and avoid placing plants near hot air vents. (Christy Lorio, Nola.com | The Times ...

Some tropical crops require year-round warm weather to thrive. Turmeric needs at least 10 months after planting for a decent harvest—something you may never be able to recreate in a cold climate.

Growing new plants from cuttings is the closest thing to garden magic. With just a snip of fresh growth and a bit of patience ...

I’m writing a story about growing tropical plants in the Northwest, and if you consider yourself a member of this club, email me at [email protected] or fill out the form below.

Truly tropical plants are those that hail from areas with no frost or freeze in their annual cycle. Some have a hard time handling exposure to anything below about 55 degrees.

One place you don’t expect to see tropical trees growing is in the middle of the desert -- but that’s exactly what Randy McCabe is doing near the base of South Mountain in Laveen.