Jade plants (Crassula ovata) are beautiful succulents coveted for their arboreal and plump, glossy leaves. In order for this beautiful plant to shine in all its natural glory, though, it’s important ...

The jade plant and the Chinese evergreen plant are gardening magic. They're handsome, and anyone can grow them. That makes them perfect no-fuss additions to indoor gardens. But take care, because one ...

Always clean and sharpen tools you won't be using for a while. It's a good idea to wipe the metal blades with an oily cloth. This coats them with a thin layer of protective oil to help prevent ...

Good soil, sunshine, water: These are critical ingredients for healthy plants and a beautiful garden. Fertilizer? Not usually, said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist at The Morton Arboretum in ...

The three numbers on fertilizer are the N-P-K ratio, which stands for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These three nutrients have separate functions and are essential to a plant's growth and ...