Despite its moniker, the ponytail palm—named for the bouncy spray of leaves atop its “head”—actually doesn’t belong among palm plants, being a semi-succulent species instead. Not a one-trick pony, it ...

Question: Our ponytail plant is large and producing shoots from the base. Do I leave the shoots or take them off? Can they be rooted to produce more plants? Answer: Grow your ponytail with a single ...

As we move into some drier winter weather, you might want to consider putting in a few drought tolerant plants. The ponytail palm, which is not botanically a palm, is a fun one to consider. It is a ...

Question. We received an Easter Lily as a gift, and the plant is about done flowering. Can I save the plant to flower next year? Answer. Keep the plant for a repeat performance next year but probably ...

Dear Master Gardener: I think my ponytail palm needs to be repotted. Is it OK to do it in the winter? Answer: Although ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) has a palm-like appearance, it is not a palm ...