Plants such as poinsettia and Christmas cactus are common holiday gifts. Can they continue to grace your home after the holidays? Some can’t, some can — but each will behave differently. “Most gift ...

Flowering plants such as azalea, kalanchoe, cyclamen and amaryllis brighten long winter days and make great gifts. Select plants free from spots, bruising, wilting or browned leaf margins. Look for ...

Gardening isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way of life. For plant lovers, the thrill of watching seeds sprout, buds bloom, and ...

Plant people are typically down-to-earth, practical and — truth be known — relatively thrifty. So the trick is to find holiday gifts they might quietly covet but aren’t willing to spend the money on ...

Plants and trees have many benefits, but many are unfamiliar with them. It's not just about the fresh air that plants and trees provide, simply being around a green environment can make you feel ...

I keep some plants in my office window at the (Botanic) Garden—I really appreciate their presence in the winter. I generally neglect to water them enough, but they persevere and add some much-needed ...

I used to love buying new wrapping paper each Christmas and creating a whole theme of colors and motifs for all the gifts I gave. While I totally still adore the whole faux bois or gnome-themed ...