That’s one small stem for a plant, one giant leap for plant science. In a tiny, lab-grown garden, the first seeds ever sown in lunar dirt have sprouted. This small crop, planted in samples returned by ...

Native plants could soon become more prevalent in landscaping throughout Hawaii County under a proposed bill aimed at perpetuating and protecting the island’s unique ecosystems. Introduced by County ...

From large trees in the Amazon jungle to houseplants to seaweed in the ocean, green is the color that reigns over the plant kingdom. Why green—and not blue or magenta or gray? The simple answer is ...

In both Europe and the U.S., people spend up to 90% of their time indoors. But spending so much time inside can have consequences for your mental health. The World Health Organization estimates that 5 ...

Contrary to the long-held belief that plants in the natural world are always in competition, new research has found that in harsh environments mature plants help smaller ones -- and thrive as a ...

In 2012, the artists Joe Patitucci and Alex Tyson set up a jungle's worth of tropical plants in the Philadelphia Museum of Art and invited them to perform. People filed in to stand and listen as the ...

Air plants—also known by their botanical name, Tillandsia—are some of the most unique houseplants you can grow. Both modern and futuristic in appearance, these epiphytes truly defy the rules of ...

Can’t seem to keep your plants alive? Even if you’ve never gotten the hang of life as a plant parent, you can still add beautiful botanicals to your home. “I always recommend starting with a snake ...

I have years of experience testing top home and kitchen products. Real plants aren’t always practical, whether due to low light, allergies or a lifestyle that doesn’t allow for regular care. Still, ...

Not every plant wants a fall haircut.