We have looked at seeds and roots of plants, and now we are going to study the stems. Plant stems are defined as the axis, or the ...

Common garden beans ( Phaseolus vulgaris ) are pole bean or bush varieties. "The plants in this family have pea-like pods," ...

The clock is always ticking on fresh-cut flowers. But you can extend the lifespan of your beautiful bouquet with these simple ...

Every year, as May rolls around, I can’t resist filling every available pot and trough with flowers that promise non-stop ...

How big they are: The smallest plants, known as desmids and picozoa, are single-celled algae that are less than 0.0004 inches ...

Incorporating native wildflowers into your garden has many benefits. Native wildflowers are well adapted to Calgary’s climate ...

PEONY season is finally here (hurrah!) – and so if you want to ensure your flowers bloom, you’ve come to the right place. ...

To keep your sunflowers happy for longer, try this innovative trick that uses a common household cleaning agent ...

As a professional gardener, I have grown sunflowers nearly every summer for as long as I can recall. While I love the ...

Desert bluebells are the fast-growing spring flowers you aren't likely to see at a garden center. Grow it from seed instead.

Cornflower, or bachelor’s button, is a delicate flower very popular as part of cottage gardens and wildflower gardens. The ...