With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, grocery stores and nurseries will be selling “shamrocks." As someone of Irish descent, I ...

Around St. Patrick’s Day, grocery stores or floral shops sell “shamrock” plants. This imposter is a plant from the genus Oxalis, a member of the wood sorrel family. It hails from mountainous regions ...

We asked Nikki Brighton to explain why humans should consider a diet that is very green and close to home — the diet of a locavore, or even her preferred self-description of invasivore.

As the spring bulbs bring colour and joy to our gardens, have you thought about planting bulbs for this summer?

Peas have a short period to grow. They only thrive in cool weather and fail in summer heat. They need to be planted in March; ...

AD, a missionary who earlier assumed the name Patricius, arrived in Ireland with the objective of converting the Celtic Irish to Christianity. Legend has it that he used a small, three-leafed plant to ...

Key Takeaways Oxalis weeds will compete with your grass and garden plants for water and nutrients.There are many kinds of ...

Unlike true clover, Oxalis is native to South America and parts of North America and grows from small bulbs rather than spreading by runners. Caring for Your Shamrock Plant Want to keep your St.

Learning why houseplants need fertilizer, how to choose from among different types, and when to fertilize houseplants can help ensure that your beautiful plants continue to flourish in your home for ...

McCauley said that tackling weeds “and particularly perennial weeds”, is crucial in February. Perennial weeds are those which ...