As Tovah Martin notes in The Indestructible Houseplant, easy-to-grow aspidistras—aka cast iron plant—were so popular during the early 20th century that “they were a hackneyed symbol for all that was ...

As the name implies, cast iron plants are tough, no-nonsense plants when grown indoors or out. Cast iron plants, which are native to Japan and China, are hardy, easy to care for, and attractive both ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at dgill@agcenter.lsu.edu. My mature and thick cast iron plants growing around the bottom of a tree have ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Your favorite cast-iron skillet is built to last; so is the perfectly-named cast-iron plant. If you need ...

Aspidistra elatior, or “Cast Iron Plant” is one of the toughest plants on planet Earth, and is beautifully suited for use either as a house plant or outside, gracing a Southern garden. Native to China ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you're looking for a striking and low-maintenance plant to brighten up your home, office, or covered ...

Gardeners are always asking me for low-maintenance plants that they can incorporate into their landscapes. Gardening is, after all, hard work, and it can be frustrating to put a lot of effort into ...

Cast iron (Aspidistra elatior) is as tough as its name. It is an excellent choice for those difficult-to-fill areas in deep shade. This fuss-free leafy evergreen will tolerate most growing conditions, ...

True to its name, the cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior) has earned a reputation for being a no-nonsense, hard-to-kill ...

As the name implies, the cast iron plant is a tough, no-nonsense plant for indoors or out. The cast iron plant, which is ...