Although it might seem strange, the cape area of South Africa shares our Bay Area Mediterranean climate, the difference being a matter of north or south latitude. Because of this common climate, many ...

Repotting African violets freshens their soil, prevents leggy stems, and encourages flowering. Plus, it's an opportunity to try out new pots and remove dead leaves so that your plants look their very ...

Looking for an extraordinary spectacle to take part in this weekend? Go see the elusive African Corpse Flower at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, a species known for its potent smell, which is having its ...

The British and Kenyan governments have weighed into the growing debate over "food miles", insisting it was ethically and environmentally sound to buy flowers from Kenya on Valentine's Day. There is ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

AALSMEER, Netherlands (Reuters) - The Netherlands is fighting to retain its crown as the world's top auction house for flowers as growers in Africa and elsewhere increasingly sell directly to buyers.