Cactus plants are now widely used in home gardens due to their unique design and minimal maintenance. Moreover, these desert ...

"Succulents require only easy maintenance," writes columnist Tom Karwin. "In the Monterey Bay area’s summer-dry climate, ...

Golden barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii) is a good-looking and colorful plant. These cacti are perfectly round when young but elongate as they mature, taking on the barrel shape for which they are ...

Why soil matters: The right cactus mix drains quickly, keeps roots aerated, and mimics desert conditions to prevent rot and encourage strong growth. Watering made simple: Using the soak-and-dry method ...

WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips, including how to care for a cactus plant, where to find free seeds and more. Visit the Seed Savers Exchange website or the ...

As a decades-long drought persists in Southern California and pressure grows to conserve scarce water resources, more and more people are ridding their gardens of thirsty lawns and water-intensive ...