Q. I am trying to grow two dwarf red Jamaican banana trees in a sunroom with cathedral ceilings. In 14 months, they have only grown to 1 foot. Any suggestions? –Rakesh Asthana, Woodridge A. Bananas ...

Until the 1950s. the most popular commercial banana variety in the world was the Gros Michel, which was affectionately known as “Big Mike.” Due to Panama wilt, a fungus disease, it was virtually wiped ...

Banana trees are a common feature in New Orleans-area landscapes. They are primarily grown for the tropical look they bring with their enormous leaves waving in the summer breezes. In addition to ...

I was hoping you could spend some time with me in the vegetable garden as I plant some rare purple sweet potatoes, tend to ...