The Telepathic Instruments Orchid attempts to recapture some of that simple parlor instrument magic. Just like those vintage ...

In the face of an extinction crisis, one maverick botanist is on a mission to preserve some of the most endangered plants.

The Vegetative Trap: Why It Stalls Orchids, especially the popular Phalaenopsis variety, operate in distinct biological ...

Calathea ornata, also known as the pinstripe plant, is one of the most striking foliage houseplants you can grow. Its deep ...

I've had my Phalaenopsis, or moth orchid, for several years now. While I've attempted to grow orchids before, this is the only one I've managed to keep alive. Moth orchids are reasonably priced and ...

Tomato plants produce their first flowers roughly 4 to 6 weeks after transplanting into the garden. That might seem fast, but ...

You may have heard that eggshells give plants a calcium boost, but here's another kitchen staple you can use to make a highly nutritious houseplant fertilizer.

Orchids reign supreme as both flowering houseplants and quick, always-appreciated gifts for a host. They marry exotic, sculptural beauty with easy care and longevity. Unlike traditional cut flowers ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. June marks peak flowering season for most orchids, and there are some key care tasks to ensure yours stays in the peak of health.

Warfare in the Persian Gulf is hitting markets well beyond oil and gas. Disruptions near the southern Iranian coastal city of Bandar Abbas and the near-blockade of the Strait of Hormuz — through which ...