To protect crops from rising droughts, scientists are looking to the genes of a small group of plants that can survive months ...

S. nipponica ‘Snowmound’ grows to nearly 4 feet high and is loaded with mounding white flowers in late spring, and Bumald’s spirea are among drought-resistant plants Florida gardeners can plant.

Drought-tolerant herbs such as lavender ... Fortunately, Dr. David Clark, a plant breeder at the University of Florida, developed a downy mildew-resistant variety called ‘Amazel’ basil.

The term Xeriscape has been replaced with Florida Friendly Landscapes. I suppose because the term Xeriscape was constantly ...

As spring takes hold, gardeners across Wichita are heading to nurseries to prepare their yards for the warmer months. But ...

Bay cedar (Suriana maritima) is one of our most salt tolerant shrubs. It tolerates salt breezes and even some saltwater ...

A Lazarus heart beats inside an obscure grass. Rip it from the soil; throw it on the counter; walk away; let it dry out and turn brittle. Looks dead and should be dead. But splash on a bit of ...

If you would like to add some unique plants to the landscape ... As a group, they are easy to care for because they are drought-tolerant. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that means that ...

"This evergreen plant attracts butterflies and adds a burst of color to any sunny bed or border," says Funk, adding that it's very low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established. Frogfruit ...

But before you dive in, the Board of Water Supply has some helpful tips to reduce water use and incorporate drought-tolerant plants into your garden. Sheri Mikami, community relations specialist ...