Banana plants are great statement houseplants, they are slow growing and have thick leaves on a sturdy rootstock ...

Banana plants need ample warmth to flourish, with temperatures not dipping below 13°c. They can endure cooler conditions in winter, so it's wise to cut back on watering during this time.

Replacing artificial colors in foods with algae, fruits and spices and achieving the same look and taste is challenging — and ...

But not in the way it usually ingratiates itself to potential adopters, who hear that the most familiar one of all, the snake ...

In 1978, renowned ecologist Dan Janzen jumped into a ravine in Costa Rica, broke three ribs, and spent the first month of the ...

Mike Opgenorth has been recognized as the Maui County Most Valuable Player for this year’s Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness ...

To know what a tropical bird is, you first have to know where the tropics are. The tropics form a band around the equator ...

The best screened porch plants thrive in a shady setting. We've pulled together a list of easy foliage and flowers for ...

Spider Plant: Kid- and Pet-Friendly Freshness This cheerful green-and-white plant is safe for pets and effective ... healing vibe. 5. Areca Palm: Tropical Vibes, Cleaner Air Add a breezy tropical feel ...

No state may have more to lose than Georgia as Republicans in Congress look to gut federal subsidies that aid both the solar ...

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