Often considered the temperamental diva of the plant world, the gardenia plant can thrive outdoors in Southern states, but it tends to be hard to grow indoors. If its needs are all met, the shrub ...

Growing gardenias indoors lets you enjoy their fragrance year-round, but they need careful, consistent care to stay healthy. Give indoor gardenias bright light, well-draining soil, steady temperatures ...

Q. I was just given a gardenia plant. It has special meaning to me, as it was meant to commemorate my dog Smokey who died this week. I want to make sure it survives. Can you tell me how I can make ...

“Aimee” patio tree as a 90th birthday gift and have had it on my deck for a month now. It’s getting northern exposure near a small lake in the Chicagoland area. I am following directions to a “T” and ...

If you’ve ever walked past a flowering gardenia plant, you know just how powerfully fragrant they are. The scent casts a wide net, stretching out to anyone who walks in relative proximity and is also ...

Ok, you’ve gotten lucky so far. Despite a few evenings threatening a light frost, you've skated by with your potted tropical plants out on the porch. Maybe you slid them in the garage or tucked them ...

Never fear. With a little water, proper light and occasional fertilizer, your green friend can thrive. As soon as you receive a gift plant, check the soil moisture. Push the tip of your finger into ...