MURRIETA, Calif. (AP) — Leo Ortega started growing spiky blue agave plants on the arid hillsides around his Southern California home because his wife liked the way they looked. A decade later, his ...

'Durango Delight' (Agave schidigera)is a compact agave type with dense leaves accented by curly white hairs. When it flowers, it sends up a red purple bloom on a stalk up to 10 feet tall. It's hardy ...

That dried agave plant in your yard could become a lightweight, elegant hiking staff. Here's why you should think twice ...

Plus, find out if it's better for you than white sugar (and learn how to swap one for the other). If you're looking for an alternative to traditional sweeteners, agave syrup might have caught your eye ...

The botany department’s agave has entered its death bloom, shooting up over 30 feet since April. Once completed, the ...

Agave nectar — the current darling of the alternative sweetener world — is made from the same plant that is used to produce tequila. And it goes down so much easier. EDITOR'S NOTE: Off the Beaten ...

MURRIETA, Calif. (AP) -- Leo Ortega started growing spiky blue agave plants on the arid hillsides around his Southern California home because his wife liked the way they looked. A decade later, his ...

Finally... A way to enjoy agave without the hangover! That's right, agave nectar -- the current darling of the alternative sweetener world -- is made from the same ...