Balconies with climbing plants | Gardening On

Our climbing plants They have the virtue that they can add green to a space in a short time. They generally grow rapidly and this is how they spread and occupy more and more airspace. This also makes them ideal for small places, such as balconies because they do not need space on the floor […]

Caring for Christmas Plants: Ilex aquifolium or Holly

Christmas is coming! The Christmas smells are already smelled in the atmosphere: we begin to see precious Poinsettia flowers for sale, to listen to conversations about the upcoming holidays, and… how could it be otherwise, we also began to see some plants with very pretty red balls: they are the Holly. This little plant will […]

The importance of hibernation of carnivorous plants

With the arrival of the cold our carnivorous they begin to slow down more and more the growth rate, to take out smaller and smaller leaves, and / or to lose said leaves. They have entered a state of hibernation. The duration of this state depends on the climate we have. It will be longer […]

Catalpa bungei, an ornamental tree

There trees with small and large crowns, and within the first group is a species that is native to the East. His name is catalpa bungei and it is also known as the Wedding Catalpa or the Catalpa of Manchuria. The name “bungei” pays tribute to the Russian botanist Alexander von Bunge. It is an […]

Getting to know the precious Chambeyronia macrocarpa palm tree

Few palms attract as much attention as the protagonist of today: the Chambeyronia macrocarpa. This beautiful palm, native to New Caledonia, has the peculiarity that when it opens the new leaf, it it’s red. Although it is not yet known why, it is believed that it is to protect said leaf. Remember that young shoots […]

The gorgeous Albizia julibrissin ‘Summer Chocolate’

The genus of the Albizia is one of those genera of trees or small trees that are characterized by their extraordinary beauty and elegance. Its thin trunks and bipinnate leaves, in addition to its rather fast growth and its resistance to weak frosts (down to -5º), make it an ideal option to decorate our gardens. […]

The Purple Acacia, an ideal tree for small gardens

The tree that we present to you today is the acacia bayleyana »Atropurpurea»a thornless evergreen tree that will undoubtedly make its owner enjoy its very high ornamental value and its low maintenance, in addition to its multiple uses in gardening. Its rapid growth and its rusticity make it an ideal option to have in any […]

Repellent plants in your garden

It may be a good time to think about enjoying the garden in summer … even if this idea seems a bit strange in the middle of winter. But it is important to do so in order to reach the most beautiful season of the year with the garden at its best, which leads us […]

White fir, a pine to use as a Christmas tree

Instead of having a tree Christmas artificial you can always think of a natural one to add decorations and lights. An ideal conifer in these cases is the Picea glauca “Conica”better known as white fir “Conic”, a slow-growing tree native to Canada and North America which has the advantage that it does not require much […]

Savannah Plants Guide: Acacia tortilis

Have you ever wondered what would be the names and characteristics of the plants that live in the savannas and in the deserts? Yes? Well, in this series of articles we will talk in each one of a plant of the savannah. This time we introduce you to the acacia tortilisa tree of majestic cup […]

The Carnation of the air, an ideal plant for beginners

If there is any plant that is ideal for Beginners, is without a doubt the Carnation of the airwhose scientific name is tillandsia aeranthos. This curious plant has a very small root system, just enough to allow it to cling to a branch or to hold onto a rock. Unlike the plants we know, do […]

Daphne and Camellia, great plants for a Japanese garden

The japanese gardens they transmit an incredible peace to our mind. The sound of the water from the waterfalls, the leaves dancing to the sound of the wind, the sweet song of the birds … But sometimes we don’t know what plants we can place in this type of garden. So, on this occasion, we […]

A multi-colored tree: the tropical eucalyptus of the rainbow

Nice, huh? It is the Eucalyptus deglupta, better known as the Eucalyptus of the rainbow for its multicolored trunk. As a good eucalyptus it is, its growth is very fast if the conditions are right. In fact, it is the fastest of the genre. How fast? It can grow 50 meters in just 25 years. […]

Different things we can do with our Christmas fir tree

Unfortunately, it had to happen; the day had to come when Christmas was over. Children (and not so children) have already enjoyed their gifts of Kings, and our beloved Fir (or false Fir), which has accompanied us during these lovely days, begins to clash in the home environment. What to do then? Well, we can […]

The importance of winter pruning of the Sarracenias

The pruning of the carnivorous plants it is very different from what can be done in any woody plant. In fact, it only focuses on remove dry parts of plants to prevent fungi from making their appearance. This time we will show you how to make your Sarracenias look beautiful … even in winter. Why […]

Plants for oriental gardens: the ornamental cherry

In the Japanese or Chinese spring, we can find trees whose flowers are of extraordinary beauty. In Japan, for example, they are known as Sakura, and here as cherry trees Japanese. After the harsh winter, these magnificent trees are filled with flowers and hundreds of people make numerous parties in the shade of their glasses. […]

Tips for caring for your indoor plants in winter

The care of the inside plants in winter they are not as many as the rest of the year. Still, they are equally or more important, since the cold factor together with high humidity can cause the plants to be seriously affected by opportunistic fungi and / or insects that will not hesitate to damage […]

Knowing the almond tree, a tree for small gardens

The almondwhose scientific name is AlmondIs a Fruit tree whose origin is in central Asia. However, it has become naturalized throughout the Mediterranean. It is a tree of medium height, suitable for small gardenssince it does not exceed five meters and, in addition, it supports pruning well, thus being able to control its growth quite […]

Does the curious little plant Desmodium gyrans really dance?

Much has been said on the Internet about this curious plant, whose scientific name is Desmodium gyransbut it is better known by its other names: telegraph plant or… dancing plant. But how true is it that he can dance? Does he really dance, or is it that we think he dances? We’ll find out below. […]

Information on plants to put under trees

Un garden full of plants, of different colors and sizes, they remind us of jungles or forests. The power to have a piece of nature at your fingertips It is a gift that we must be able to enjoysince it provides us with numerous benefits and very few (we could say none) drawbacks. If we […]

The growth and development of a flamboyant tree

As we saw in a previous article, the birth and development of a tree it can be diminished by numerous circumstances. Fungi and other diseases are always on the lookout, and they are especially dangerous when the tree is taking its “first steps” in this world. Today we will know first-hand how to get a […]

Tips for the correct pruning of garden palms

Can you prune the palms? Yes, of course, but we must take into account some issues that could seriously endanger the life of the plant. That is why pruning should focus on some aspects, more than others. Here are some tips to know when to prune, and how to do it to avoid unnecessary risks. […]

Plants to have in bedrooms

If you want to renew the decoration of your bedroom you can add some plants. Unlike other rooms in the house, excess plants are not recommended in the rooms as they consume the oxygen that you need to breathe. However, a couple of small plants can decorate the bedroom and add a nice touch without […]

Information on growing and caring for the triangular palm tree

Today we will introduce you to a beautiful Palm tree native to the rainforests of Madagascar. It is known as: triangular palm treeor in English triangle palm. Its scientific name is Dypsis decaryi. It is one of the most successful tropical-looking palms in cool climates. Rather slow growing, it can reach a height of approximately […]

Plants and herbs ideal for the kitchen

Our plants They are essential ingredients in the kitchen, herbs that feed our palates with their powerful aromas, their differential characteristics. It is ideal to have some aromatic herbs in the kitchenNot only because they are tasty and add personality to any preparation but also because they are very beautiful, especially if your kitchen is […]

Tree fern, a very showy variety

Many varieties of Ferns they are noble and resistant And that makes them attractive to those who find gardening a hobby or who are taking their first steps in the field and do not yet have that shrewd eye capable of solving problems on their own. It is that examining the plants and discovering possible […]

Three floors to decorate low-light bedrooms

In the bedroom it is often said that it is better not to put plants, because they absorb oxygen and expel carbon dioxide. But the truth is that this there is nothing harmfulUnless we wanted to turn our room into a jungle. If we put some plants we will make the place of our dreams […]

Natural flavorings for the home

Plants and flowers not only give beautiful colors so that we can enjoy a moment of rest with a magnificent background scenery but also dreamy aromas to feel renewed, fresh and vital. If you have a garden at home, you can take advantage of it to get the best out of it not only by […]

Yew, a poisonous tree | Gardening On

Hansel and Gretel weren’t cunning brothers, the big bad wolf just fooled them. In addition, they had the bad idea of ​​leaving footprints with breadcrumbs, volatile and within the reach of birds. What were these innocent storytelling brothers thinking? It would have been too fatal if when walking through the forest they also met a […]

Knowing the tree of life, Paulownia tomentosa

Did you know that there is a tree of Chinese origin that is called the Tree of Life? It’s about the paulownia tomentosaa majestic tree that can reach more than twenty meters in height with a wide crown, whose roots are responsible for preventing soil erosion. Not to mention that its leaves, once they fall […]

Pansies, ornamental plant | Gardening On

When you have a large garden, it is possible grow all kinds of trees, plants and flowers, and this is how you can include varieties that are seasonal because the great variety of species allows that there is no gap when the cycle ends than those that can only be enjoyed in a specific season […]

Tips for designing your own indoor garden

Have you ever thought of creating a indoor garden? It is as simple as following three simple steps that we will tell you below. They are simple, and above all very fast to carry out. In this way you will be able to brighten up the winter in your home, giving it a vegetal explosion […]

Kokedamas Care | Gardening On

Kokedama. Koke: moss, Lady: ball. Or those decorative plants that grow in little spheres of moss and are very much in vogue these days. It is a living moss, hence its name, but also a technique of Japanese origin Let one know why, one fine day it crossed borders and became fashionable in many countries […]

The cultivation and maintenance of the Protea flower

Have you ever seen such a beautiful exotic flower? The Proteas They are a genus that includes some 60 different species, most of which are found in South Africa, specifically in the Cape Province. They grow as shrubs or small trees in the tropical mountains of the place. Due to their very high ornamental value, […]

The ten best medicinal plants for your garden

I remember that a long time ago, when I was a child, when I took a fig from the tree, my hands began to itch a lot, since I had micro wounds. My mother came up with take a piece of an Aloe vera leaf and see if it relieved my itching. So it was. […]

The Best Carnivorous Plants for Beginners

Our carnivorous plants They have aroused the interest of many people for a long time. They are different plants from the others, since they need to hunt in order to survive due to the few nutrients they find in the land where they have lived. Perhaps that is why they have evolved to have small, […]

Information on the properties and uses of Moringa oleifera

The Moringa oleifera it is an extraordinary tree. Native to northern India, it can be found anywhere with a warm climate. Its rapid growth up to ten meters in height and its adaptability to any type of soil, in addition to its numerous properties and uses that we will see next, make it a tree […]

History, Uses, and Cultivation of the Bamboo Plant

The bamboo It is perhaps the easiest to cultivate and fastest growing herbaceous plant currently living on planet Earth. In its first year of life it can reach up to the two meters highmore than any other plant. They mainly inhabit Asia, where they form beautiful bamboo forests, or can even be seen growing on […]

Selection of ideal plants to have in a flat or apartment

Cities are an inexhaustible source of entertainment: you can go to the movies, choose the restaurant where you want to eat, go to the park or shopping, … But you may miss something green in your life, in your home. That is why we have prepared this article for you, so you know what are […]

Seven DIY tips to sow your seeds

Although spring is already here, it is possible that in some corners a late frost may fall. But the planting season is fast approaching, and if you want to start with your seeds you can do it directly with the tools you have inside the homeand thus take advantage of the time. When the good […]

A Short Glossary of Botany for Beginners

Have you just entered the world of gardening and do not understand what some of the most used words in the technical sheets refer to? Do not worry. It has happened to all of us. On this day we will let you know the meaning of those words that seem to be taken from a […]

Cultivation, care and uses of the beautiful Wisteria sinensis

The wisteria sinensisbetter known as Wisteria or Flower of the Feather, is a climbing shrub of feasy culture and that reaches great dimensions. It can grow to a height of 15 meters. The lilac or white flowers appear in hanging inflorescences, giving a spectacular touch to the gardens. In gardening it is one of those […]

Shrubs to have in pots in the garden, patio or terrace

Sometimes we need to have some potted shrubs, good for decorating the patio or terrace, or to delimit garden paths. Although the vast majority of shrubs we can have both on the ground and in a pot, it is much more advisable to choose those plants whose height once they reach adulthood does not exceed […]

What plants to give to hospitalized loved ones?

If you have a loved one hospitalized, it is very common that we do not know what to give them. A picture? A porcelain figurine? Artificial flowers? Well, there are a wide variety of gifts that could be given, but we believe that nothing can replace a plant, since hospitals, for many of us, are […]

Kentia Palm Tree Care and Maintenance Guide

The kentiawhose scientific name is Howea forsterianait’s one of the most popular palm trees both indoors and in gardens. Its rusticity, its tropical appearance and its elegance make it possible. Its trunk is rather thin; in fact, it does not usually exceed 30cm in diameter. It has a rather slow growth, and when young it […]

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