D.I.Y. Gardens

Do you have some decaying or sad plants? This is a symptom that there is something that they don’t quite like or feel good about. Certain changes may have to be made to make them beautiful again, but what is clear is that if we do nothing, their health will progressively worsen. Therefore, the sooner […]

Flood irrigation is one of the oldest and simplest irrigation methods in existence. Since ancient times, farmers have used this technique to irrigate their crops, taking advantage of the natural flooding of rivers and streams to moisten their lands. Today it is still used in many parts of the world, especially in rural areas and […]

Do you know what a guava is? Have you seen them in the supermarket or in the greengrocers but have not dared to buy it? Or maybe yes, but when you’ve tried it you’ve ended up throwing it away (or on the contrary, tasting it). There is no doubt that guavas are a strange fruit […]

In another post we have told about the process of developing a avocado tree and how to get the seeds of the fruit to germinate to become small shoots. But it was time to move on to the second stage, that is, the moment of transplant plants and planting the shoots that have developed during […]

What do you know about the kalanchoe fedtschenkoi? If you don’t know it, you should, because it is a very pretty succulent and very easy to care for and reproduce. But what should you know about her? Below we leave you a file on the kalanchoe fedtschenkoi so that you can get to know it […]

The chestnut tree requires some necessary care so that it can produce good harvests. The chestnut is widely used for feeding livestock and if you want to have a large harvest. For this, many people ask what is the best fertilizer for chestnut trees. In this article we are going to tell you which is […]

Red chard is a popular variety that stands out for its striking color and its nutritional properties. This vegetable is rich in essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a great option to add to a healthy diet. In addition, its mild and slightly bitter flavor makes it versatile in the kitchen, […]

Do you like blackberries? If so, growing blackberries at home is a great idea. This vegetable is not very demanding and tends to grow quite well in temperate regions. Depending on the variety, it can tolerate even warmer environments, including tropical ones. However, there are a number of aspects that we must take into account […]

There are many doubts that arise when it comes to caring for a plant like hydrangea. We want your flowers to look beautiful and enjoy their pleasant fragrance, but for this we must provide proper care. One of the most frequently asked and important questions is how to water hydrangeas As you already know, irrigation […]

Sailor Popeye isn’t the only one who loves spinach. These easy-to-grow vegetables are very healthy for us, which is why they are included in many delicious recipes. But did you know that there are different types of spinach? So thats it. So that you can learn a little about the different varieties that exist, we […]

Rosemary is an aromatic and medicinal plant highly appreciated in gastronomy and herbal medicine, but like all vegetables, it is exposed to different diseases that can affect its health and growth. From fungi to insect pests, rosemary diseases can seriously damage the plant if not treated properly. In this article we will talk about the […]

Schools have been running for almost a month now. Children already have to get up early to go to school and learn new knowledge there. One of them is the activities of the school garden, which more and more schools are starting to make children aware of the environment and about plants. But Do you […]

In nature there are so many different shapes and colors that nothing surprises us anymore, right? It could happen to us that, walking through a forest, we do not find an ear attached to a trunk. Don’t worry, it’s not a horror movie. It is the ear fungus. This curious living being draws a lot […]

If you love having plants in your home but your house doesn’t get much natural light, don’t worry, you can still enjoy the beauty of vegetables. There are many options for low light indoor hanging plants that are beautiful and easy to care for. In this article we will present some of the best options […]

The white aphid is one of the best known pests in the world of gardening since it affects both indoor and outdoor plants. It is relatively easy to be able to identify the symptoms of the appearance of these insects that kill our plants. There are many people looking for what are the main white […]

The cherry blossom is one of the most beautiful in the plant kingdom. However, what you may not know is that there are multiple varieties, not just the best known, which would be the Sakura flower. If you want to know some of the most beautiful flowers you will find in the world, we present […]

Take a look at your house. Inside it you may have a plant. Or maybe not. And that greenery and nature is sometimes something that greatly pleases the eye and puts you in a good mood. So how about we help you create an indoor vertical garden? We are going to propose a series of […]

Do you have a cassava at home? Also known as cassava or cassava, it is a plant that can grow up to several meters in height. For this reason, it is important to know how to prune a yucca since this care can help you control both its shape and size, but you will also […]

When we think of rugs, the most normal thing is that we place them in the living room, or even in the bedroom. But, Have you ever thought about an outdoor rug? Believe it or not, they also exist. Buying it is easy. Hitting the purchase not so much. That is why, on this occasion, […]

Zucchini is a fast-growing plant that produces fruit in abundance during the summer. However, their size and weight can cause branches to drag on the ground, increasing the risk of disease and damage to leaves and fruit. That’s why, Staking zucchini is a highly recommended technique to keep plants upright and healthy. In this article […]

If you are flower lovers, surely you love hydrangeas. These beautiful plants can be grown both indoors and outdoors, which makes them ideal decorative elements for our home. However, if we want to beautify our house from the inside with these wonderful flowers, we must first know how to care for a potted hydrangea But […]

If you have a large terrace with a small garden. Or a big garden, An outdoor trunk can be the perfect place to store those items related to that “room”. For example, you could have the cushions and other elements of the outdoor furniture; Or you could store garden accessories in it, from tools to […]

When they give you a bouquet of flowers, the normal thing is that you want it to last forever. Unfortunately this is not possible. However, how about we tell you how to dry a bouquet of flowers? It is true that the result will not be like a natural one, but it will look very […]

Undoubtedly, the Monstera deliciosa variegata is one of the plants that can attract your attention the most. In fact, it is less known than the adansonii variegata, but it is also cheaper than it. Now, as a variegata that it is, it is delicate. A lot. Therefore, when you invest in it, the last thing […]

Coriander is an aromatic herb widely consumed throughout the world. However, not many know about coriander its properties. And it’s a shame because in addition to being ideal for certain foods, the truth is that it has other uses that can come in handy. But what properties does coriander have? And how would it be […]

When winter arrives, our potted plants may need protection, especially if they are exotic and / or sensitive to cold and there are frosts in our area. And it is that although we have them indoors, it is best to keep them in a room whose minimum temperature is 10ºC naturally, without having the heating […]

Sometimes, in our garden, we can have a hedge to achieve privacy and that there are no “nosy neighbors” that prevent us from enjoying as we would like. However, although there are many species that serve us, most use the privet hedge. Does it cause problems? Unfortunately yes. And it is that, like other plants, […]

Rice water is one of the best natural fertilizers out there. It is high in phosphorus and other essential nutrients for healthy plant growth, such as potassium, calcium and magnesium, which makes it an excellent fertilizer for plants, as well as being a natural and ecological solution that does not pollute. environment. In addition, it […]

Swallows are beautiful birds commonly found in many parts of the world. They are often considered beneficial to the garden or orchard as they feed on a large number of insects and other arthropods that are harmful to plants. However, on occasion, these birds can become a problem on your property, nesting in unwanted areas […]

One of the plants that are used for garden decoration are those that belong to the group of creeping plants. In this case, we are going to talk about the soleirolia care. It is a genus of plants that has 3 different species. The most common is Soleirolia soleirolii which goes by the common name […]

Lettuce is one of the most widespread crops in the world. However, it requires certain growing conditions that can cause situations prone to generating pests and diseases that can kill crops. There are different types of lettuce diseases that can be recognized with the naked eye to deal with quickly to avoid major disasters. For […]

As you know, in the fall and winter time it is time to prune many fruit trees. And among them, stone fruit trees such as apricot. This fruit is one of the protagonists of summer and has many benefits. But, to get them, you need to do some cared for in the tree, such as […]

Avocado is one of the most consumed foods in the world. And it does so thanks to the many properties it has. However, when it comes to growing it, or having an avocado tree at home, it is normal for it to take some time to bear fruit or to develop. How about we give […]

More than 1,700 different cacti species, more than 8,000 if we also include the succulents. It is logical that, when you are given a cactus, or you find one that you like, you buy it and ask yourself what cactus I have. There are ways to tell, at least roughly, what cacti you have in […]

When you have plants at home, the most normal thing is that you want them to be always healthy. If they also have flowers, surely you do not like to enjoy them just a little, but you want them to be there for a long time. So, can you imagine having flowering indoor plants all […]

The walnut is a fruit that comes from the walnut tree and is widely consumed throughout the world. There are many people who want to plant nuts and they do not taste good how to germinate a walnut. You have to follow some steps to learn about it. It is not complicated at all once […]

Who else and who least knows how to do some odd jobs at home. What we could say a handyman. For them, a workbench can be a great gift because they will have a place to work and be able to indulge in their hobby after a day’s work. But Do you know what you […]

Watermelon is one of the most popular fruits of the summer. Almost all of its content is made up of water, so it is ideal to keep us hydrated while we enjoy its sweet taste. But, did you know that its cultivation in the garden or even in a large pot is quite simple? Of […]

Since its origin in Southeast Asia thousands of years ago, the banana has been an integral part of the human diet in many cultures and regions of the world. Throughout history, this fruit has been an important food, both as a source of nutrients and energy, and has played a crucial role in the economy […]

Peach bonsai image source: Okbonsai Have you ever seen a peach bonsai tree? Do you know if they can be made from this type of fruit tree? From now on we say yes, and that at an ornamental level it looks beautiful. But it is important to know what are the needs of this tree […]

Tepezil or tepojal is a natural, lightweight and low-cost volcanic stone. It can be mixed with other substrates. In plants it can help prevent caking and compaction of the soil, in addition to providing oxygenation to the roots and absorbing excess moisture from the plants. This material can go a long way in rescuing a […]

If you’ve planted tomato plants this year, you know they don’t last forever. There comes a time when the plant does not give for more and ends up dying. But if those tomatoes turned out great and you still have some, how about we show you how to save tomato seeds for spring planting? The […]

One of the first plants that many children discover are chickpeas, lentils, and other legumes that are easy to germinate and many kindergartens and schools use them to teach children how a plant can come out of something so simple. In this case, if you want to teach your children, or if you want to […]

Plants have evolved by specializing in specific climates and / or micro climates. The influence of the sun, the frequency and duration of rainfall, temperatures, wind and even the altitude or proximity to the sea are factors that determine how much they can grow and when, their flowering and, ultimately, all aspects of their life. […]

If you’ve eaten apricots, you’ve most likely thought that, if it tasted so good, germinating the pit could allow you to enjoy those delicacies in a few years. But how to plant apricot in a pot? Can it be made from the bone? From seedlings? How should they be cared for? If right now you […]

We do not always have the opportunity to have a flat garden in which to plant all kinds of plants. Sometimes you have to deal with tiered gardens. Even so, even these can be decorated in a way that attracts attention. But, for this, you have to know how to work them and above all […]

Potatoes are one of the most popular root vegetables in the kitchen today, like yams or ginger. Their flavor makes them versatile. From the delicious and popular French fries that we eat as an appetizer or side in any fast food restaurant, to the best mashed potatoes and roasted potatoes in the restaurant, they can […]

Vertical gardening is not something that is new today, but has been practiced for a long time. However, it is now when it is becoming more relevant in the face of different designs and the lesser occupation of space. For this reason, designs of floating garden which are an innovation in the design of gardening. […]

Almonds can be collected from the branches of trees or bushes. They can be collected manually or with a machine. Thanks to its protective shell, picking the almonds is easy. All you have to do is hit them or shake them from the tree and drop them on the ground or use a commercial machine, […]

Rice is considered a staple food in many cultures. It is rich in nutrients and versatile in the kitchen, which makes it a fundamental ingredient in the preparation of a wide variety of dishes. From Latino cuisine arroz con pollo to Japanese sushi, rice is used in a myriad of recipes and forms of preparation […]