* Where to use: Like most asters, ‘Grape Crush’ is a sun-lover that does best in damp, well-drained soil, although it’s a ...

A new study has decoded the complex genome of the Tibetan wild tree peony (Paeonia ludlowii), revealing its evolutionary ...

In the final part of her series, Clare Foster talks to Jane Brockbank about a bold, foliage-based scheme she has devised for ...

With about 300 different species, the iris is one of the most visually striking plants in the garden. Whether grown in ...

Plant genetics deals with heredity in plants, specifically mechanisms of hereditary transmission and variation of inherited characteristics. Plant genetics differs from animal genetics in a number ...

Plant molecular biology is the study of the molecular basis of plant life. It is particularly concerned with the processes by which the information encoded in the genome is manifested as ...

If you are looking to plant some of the longest-flowering perennials, it is hard to beat black-eyed Susans. These native ...

Some perennials should be pruned in fall, while others benefit from waiting until spring. This guide provides insight into ...

Share on Pinterest Ma-no/Getty Images White peony, technically named Paeonia lactiflora Pall, is a flowering plant native to East Asia. It grows in many parts of the world, including China ...