Exactly how much and how often to water indoor plants in winter can be tricky to figure out. On one hand, houseplants grow slower in winter and generally need less water at this time; however, leaves ...

The worst time to water outdoor plants is in the afternoon when the sun causes water to evaporate quickly. Avoid watering outdoor plants in freezing weather as water can freeze around the roots and ...

Summer has arrived, and so have garden problems related to heat stress. Heat-stressed plants suffer from poor water absorption and nutrient deficiencies. Lawns turn yellow; leaves on shrubs and trees ...

Summer is off to a dry start in the Chicago region, which means it’s time for watering. “May was very dry, so plants need more watering than we might be used to doing at this time of year,” said ...

Have you ever wondered why your plants look droopy or yellow even though you water them faithfully? Watering seems straightforward, but it can be surprisingly tricky, especially when you’re just ...

An evergreen desert shrub common in the Middle East excretes salt crystals onto its leaves that may help the plant absorb moisture from the air. “Not only does the plant use some water, it can gain ...

Gardeners, certainly many of you (me included) have devoted an enormous amount of time outdoors this spring preparing and planting flower beds, vegetable gardens and manicuring lawns -- crafting and ...