The best time to begin assisting your festive cactus is late September and early October, to give it enough time to bloom by ...

Aloe vera is probably the simplest and most gratifying plant to cultivate in your balcony garden. Known for its healing gel ...

I was gifted a (crowded) bowl of succulents with many plants in that bowl. I know there are too many. How do I transplant ...

Decades ago, horticulturists studied ways to provide potted plants with a medium that offered support and nutrition as well as drainage and aeration, Don Kinzler writes.

These hardy plants are well-suited to a variety of environments and require minimal care, making them a perfect choice for homes or offices.

If your plants are showing signs that they're being overwatered or sitting in waterlogged soil, your soil consistency could ...

Succulents need well-draining soil to avoid root rot. Use a potting mix made especially for succulents or make your own by ...

Jade plants are considered lucky in feng shui. Thankfully, they are hardy succulents that are relatively easy to keep alive.

A beautiful echeveria with a tight rosette of blue leaves or a proud crown of aloe stems can inspire succulent lovers to grow these plants on a patio or sunny windowsill. But when it comes time to ...

Calling all green thumbs: When dumping out last season’s container plants, the old soil doesn't have to go into the trash. In fact, it’s better for the environment (and your wallet) if you find new ...