Although it can take years for the tree to produce your favorite toast topping, caring for it is relatively simple.

Most of us slice open an avocado, scoop out the creamy part, and toss the seed straight into the bin without thinking twice.

Follow this easy guide designed for beginners and gardening enthusiasts to grow an avocado plant from seed to strong young tree.

Cultivating a tropical giant inside a living room requires more than just placing a pit in a jar of water. While the novelty ...

Botanically speaking, avocados are classified as berries. Their creamy flesh is appealing with a nutty flavor and versatile uses in the kitchen. The pit, however, usually ends up in the trash. Yet, ...

A citrus tree adds a flavorful and fashionable statement.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Imagine harvesting fresh dates to enjoy from a tree you planted yourself. Although such an idea may seem daunting, date palms are ...

Your favorite summer berries are easy to grow from seed.

Seed packets look simple, but they often hide key instructions and use confusing jargon. Especially for new gardeners who ...

Growing plants from seed can save you a lot of money, but you’ll have to invest some time and money. The good news is that the initial investment will pay off over quite a few years if you purchase ...

Dr. Chris Vanderhoof is a 2013 graduate of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine (VMCVM) at Virginia Tech, where he also earned a Master of Public Health. He completed a rotating ...