'Durango Delight' (Agave schidigera) is a compact agave type with dense leaves accented by curly white hairs. When it flowers, it sends up a red purple bloom on a stalk up to 10 feet tall. It's hardy ...

The winter can be cold and bleak, which is part of why the holidays offer a welcome reprieve. During the darkest months of the year, people all over the world hang lights, sing songs, and create ...

Green roofs are a sustainable garden trend that's here to stay. Not only do they provide a new dimension to planting schemes, they're also a beautiful solution to greening up urban spaces. And, they ...

Question: I read that there are some vegetables that can be planted early because they will withstand light frost. Which ones are those and how soon can they be planted? Answer: There are a number of ...

A bitter cold spell, often caused by a dip in the polar vortex, may cause some gardeners to worry about their plants. “Plants that were chosen to be hardy in our climate should be fine,” said Sharon ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Hardy plants have a reputation for being dependable but dull, especially once winter sets in. But cold temperatures and frosty ...

Hardy plants for the green-thumbed challenged If you have a hard time keeping plants alive, Royal City Nursery’s Tanya Olsen has some suggestions to bring a little green into your life.