When it keeps raining, it is hard to imagine dry times, but winter in Kona likely means some dry days ahead. Cacti are always good go-to plants for dry times, but some cactus family members are a ...

I recently had the honor of being invited to what sounded like a “serious” little party. Actually, it was a “cereus” party, named for a night-blooming cactus. This party was called at the spur of the ...

One of the pleasures of the colder months is the opportunity to plan next year’s garden while staying inside where it’s warm. If you are thinking about adding something new to your landscape, why not ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Despite their prickly appearance, cacti make a great addition to any home and garden space. With their diverse shapes, sizes and ...

A blooming cereus cactus in New Paltz, N.Y. Many cacti parade under the name “cereus;” this one — botanically epiphyllum — is another one of the many beautiful ones. Lee Reich/Associated press I ...

Saguaro National Park is famous for its namesake giant cactus, but many might be surprised to learn that the park is home to an amazing variety of other cacti — 25 species in all. In addition to ...

With our long, hot summers and drought seemingly becoming the norm, many home gardeners are on the lookout for water-efficient plants. Although often overlooked, the cacti found in North and South ...