Month: March 2021

The poinsettia, also called Christmas flower, Christmas plant, Christmas plant, Christmas flower, Poinsettia plant, Poinsettia or Euphorbia pulcherrima , its scientific name, is a very typical plant of these dates in many countries. Its large red bracts give the plant the appearance of having very showy and large flowers, highly appreciated for their lively hue. Unfortunately, many people believe […]

With the arrival of Christmas, it is common to see those pretty red-hot bract plants that bloom around this time. Indeed, we are talking about the poinsettia, Poinsettia , poinsettia, Christmas plant, Christmas flower, Christmas plant, Christmas flower, Christmas Eve plant or Euphorbia pulcherrima , the undisputed queen of this time of year. However, the poinsettia is a difficult flower to care […]

Holly, scientifically named Ilex aquifolium , is a small, slow-growing tree that is very popular at Christmas parties. In fact, the abuse over many years of plants such as holly and mistletoe at Christmas has led them to be in danger and both are currently protected species, so only plants sold in stores can be used as Christmas decorations of […]

Its scientific name is Euphorbia pulcherrima , although most of us know it as Poinsettia, poinsettia, Christmas plant or Poinsettia . It is a very characteristic plant, which has become a Christmas tradition in a large number of countries. Its success is due to the large and showy bracts of its flowers, bright red (although there are also Christmas plants of other […]

Ficus are a genus of trees that are very popular among gardening enthusiasts for their great beauty and the little care they need. These are plants that can be had both indoors and outdoors, depending on the specific species and the local climate. There are a large number of types of ficus , counting more than 800 species among […]

Indoor or outdoor growing: which is better? Those who consider growing marijuana at home for self-consumption , experts point out that before even opting for one or another type of seed, it is necessary to decide what type of cultivation is going to be organized: indoor or outdoor . The recommendation of Eurogrow experts recommend initially opting for indoor germination, as […]

In order to help you out and answer your question about why do black leaves get on some of your plants, we’ve put together this simple guide so you can learn more about the possible causes, how to eliminate them, and how to prevent the appearance of stains. on the leaves of plants . Its appearance is usually the first symptom […]

Orchids have a reputation for being plants that require a lot of care, but they are not. Their needs are not more complex than those of other more common species in your environment and they can also suffer from problems typical of other plants and to the same degree. With this GreenEcology article we intend to […]

Peat is one of the most used materials as a substrate in both gardening and agriculture. We have all heard of this type of soil so widely used on most occasions, but fewer people know it in-depth and know where it comes from and what its properties are. Do you want to know more about peat […]

Surely when reading this title you have wondered how you did not think about it before or what is simpler, that you ask in your head the question: is the eggshell good for plants? And the answer is simple: yes, the eggshell is very good for plants. Chicken eggs are a very rich contribution due to their nutritional […]

All fans of gardening and horticulture are familiar to a greater or lesser extent with the term substrate. Substrates are a vital element when growing any type of plant and, although there are universal substrates that tend to work well with most plants, there are a large number of types of substrates in gardening. Substrate mixtures have […]

Surely you have ever considered, after enjoying one of the most consumed tropical fruits internationally, to grow it yourself, and it is true, it is quite easy to learn how to grow a pineapple from its crown. Yes, what you read, you will only need to preserve the upper part of the fruit to be able to grow it in […]

The Euphorbia milii gets its common name Christ or plant crown crown of thorns plant because there is the legend that this was the plant that was used for making his crown of thorns. This plant, from Madagascar, is a shrub that reaches, and even exceeds, heights of 1 meter and stands out for the red or pink bracts of its […]

The so-called night owl, also known by its scientific name Mirabilis jalapa or by one of its many nicknames, such as don Pedro plant , pedritos, marvel, galán de noche or parakeet plant , belongs to a genus of plants with about 60 species. They are plants from America, specifically from the tropics, and the most used are the Mirabilis jalapa and the Mirabilis longiflora . The don […]

asmines are a whole genus of plants, the Jasminum , which is part of the Oleaceae family, which includes such well-known and different species as the olive tree, the ash tree or the lilac. Jasmine has its origin in tropical Asia, and it is a very numerous genus, with between 300 and 500 species, many of them highly […]

The cultivation of aromatic plants indoors is becoming more popular every day, since they are species that need very little care and provide a large number of benefits, from simply their pleasant smell, to their use as culinary ingredients or spices and their ability to keep some insects away. If you want to know what aromatic […]

The lemon tree is one of the most popular fruit trees to have in land, gardens and even in large pots, because it is not a too demanding tree in its care and its fruits are highly appreciated for their acid taste and their properties for health and other uses. However, it may happen that […]

Geraniums are a genus of flowering plants, the Geranium, which are wildly popular for their showy, colorful flowers. Although the entire genus is considered geraniums, in gardening the genus Pelargonium is commonly referred to when we refer to these plants. When summer arrives, it is very common to see geraniums everywhere, both gardens and balconies and […]

The aubergine, with the scientific name Solanum melongena , is a vegetable very rich in nutrients and with very beneficial properties, but it is reputed to be somewhat delicate in its cultivation. However, in EcologíaVerde we do not give up in the face of adversity, and this plant from the Solanaceae family, such as tomato and pepper, is not nearly as […]

When the warm months arrive, few plants beautify our gardens and homes like hydrangeas can, with their beautiful clustered flowers of all kinds of striking colors. Hydrangeas, in fact, are not a single plant, but all those that belong to the genus Hydrangea and to the Hydrangeaceae family, which group shrubs of a great variety in […]

The lemon tree is one of the most popular fruit trees among gardening enthusiasts, since its tasty and acidic fruits, lemons, are a delight that is a great accompaniment to a large number of dishes and recipes, especially if it is natural and ripened lemons in the same home garden. However, choosing which lemon tree to […]

The thunder of Venus, with the scientific name Cuphea hyssopifolia and also commonly called cufea or false Mexican heather, f alsa heather or false Erica , is a shrub plant highly appreciated for its simple care, its small but beautiful flowers and even its medicinal properties. In fact, even the Thunder of Venus bonsai is grown. If you want to learn more about […]

The cherry tree, with the scientific name Prunus avium , is a fruit tree belonging to the Rosaceae family, of great popularity due to its tasty and striking fruit, cherries. It is a species that is not too demanding with its care and that also stands out for resisting the cold better than many other fruit trees. If you wonder […]

The leaves of the palm trees are really decorative, both for their green tones and for their wider or thinner shapes but always elongated or even elongated but united to form a more rounded palm or leaf. If you want to decorate your home with a striking plant that looks empty spaces without much care, at EcologíaVerde, […]

If when spring arrives you start to consider how to give more life to your balcony, terrace, patio or garden, at EcologíaVerde we want to give you a hand with some ideas for it. Have you considered using some types of outdoor hanging plants? Using hanging pots will not only save you space, but it will help […]

Salvias are a whole genus of plants that belong to the Lamiaceae family and have more than 900 species to their credit. It is true that, when we talk about sage, we almost always refer to Salvia officinalis , but in reality there are many more varieties of sage , each with different characteristics. If you want to learn more […]

Big cities need to be greener, which is why there needs to be more spaces for the care of plants, either through a small garden or an urban garden. Currently, methods have become popular that allow you to take care of your plants even with little space: we are talking about vertical gardens and hydroponic plants. This […]

The accumulation of humidity in the home is an evil that, unfortunately, we often have to face. Not all flats or houses enjoy an ideal orientation or adequate light and ventilation conditions, so it is very common to find homes with a marked tendency to accumulate humidity in the environment. This excess humidity, in addition to causing […]

When you consider which plants to fill your garden, balcony or terrace with to give life and improve the environment they offer, the most important thing is to find species that adapt to the climate of your area. Some easy-to-care outdoor plants are quite resistant to most non-extreme climates, but there are others that are adapted […]

What type of plant is the camalot? It is a floating aquatic plant that, although a priori may seem harmless and very pretty, it has enormous destructive potential as an invasive plant in certain environments. The so-called water lily or water hyacinth has been used and is used on many occasions for the decoration of aquatic gardens […]

The Japanese maple is one of the undisputed stars of gardens, green areas and even balconies throughout the world. Its characteristic webbed leaves, which turn to warm and striking red tones in autumn, are its best known and most appreciated signature, which is why it is also often chosen to give life and charm to streets […]

We call an area of ​​land with several horticultural crops ” orchard “, but we can start with just one, or a few, until we become familiar with the crop or crops. You can start sowing in pots or in reduced areas of land (soil). It must be taken into account that the land is good, black or well fertilized, soft […]

Its scientific name is Ceratitis capitata , although it is much more commonly known as a fruit fly or Mediterranean fly . This small insect, which shows an enormous capacity to reproduce when temperatures are high, is a very annoying pest both at home and in orchards and gardens. How to get rid of fruit flies from fruit trees In fruit trees, […]

The term succulent refers to all plants that have a fleshy tissue where they accumulate water in their leaves and trunks. In addition to sharing these characteristics, the cactus subgroup is distinguished by having thorns and never having leaves. So if the plant has thorns and pricks it is a cactus, if the texture of the plant is soft and fleshy […]

Do you dream of having a garden at home? Do not worry, they are very easy to prepare, you just have to take into account the type of crop you want to obtain and get to work to make your project come true. Now, there are crops that are simpler and grow quickly, on the other […]

The gardens on the balcony are in fashion, and it seems that few experiences are as relaxing as sitting down to have tea in an environment full of color and natural scents. The problem is that not all of them are easy to grow and maintain, now a review of those that do contribute to achieving the ideal […]

The garden is the ideal space to connect with nature; for those who want to make their patio a special sanctuary, there are some practical and simple tips that help to achieve a better balance. Take note! How to decorate a patio or garden? Outdoor areas are coveted spaces in any type of home, regardless of size, and it […]

When it comes to growing marijuana, what is least often thought about is the pH, both of the water and the soil, that they need. This is a very frequent error, since for example if it is watered with alkaline water, its leaves will present iron chlorosis, or lack of iron; that is, they will yellow to […]

When you have plants, especially if they are horticultural, it is important that natural products are used both to combat diseases and pests and to pay them, such as sulfur. This is a mineral that will allow us to enjoy them much longer, since it will keep them safe from one of the most dangerous microorganisms: […]

The leaves can convey many messages about the health of the plant. They are the most vulnerable to unfavorable conditions, and therefore the first to react when something is missing or excess. Therefore, it is important to know why brown leaves appear on plants , so that we can find out what we can do so that the […]

Berries are fruits that often look like they are edible, but they can fool us. Even so, their touch, their color, their shape, even the plants that produce them have very interesting characteristics, and although we cannot always taste them, this does not mean that they are not perfect for growing in gardens or terraces. But what […]

Rice is one of the most important cereals in the world. In fact, it is considered a staple food, being one of the most consumed in many countries, not only in Asia, which is where it has been grown for millennia, but also in the rest of the planet. And it is that either fried or […]

Growing lettuces is a very rewarding experience, since in a few weeks we will know that they will be ready for consumption. But sometimes it is important that, before picking them, we tie them so that the bud develops well, so that the plant can have a better appearance. For this reason, I am going to explain to […]

When the soil you have is too acidic with a pH of 5.5 or lower, what you have is a soil that, due to its composition, blocks some essential minerals for plants such as iron and magnesium. Although there are many species that grow wonderfully in it, there are others that have many problems . To solve them, or […]

Onions have a somewhat different crop than others. It can be planted directly in the ground or in pots of at least 3 liters and about 20 centimeters deep. Planting onions can be done at different times of the year. It can be sown from seed or directly from the bulb. Depending on the type of planting you do, it […]

Today we are going to talk about only one type of vegetable that is widely consumed throughout the world and that has a large number of varieties. We are talking about piquillo peppers. It is a hollow fruit that comes from a herbaceous plant that is known by the name of pepper. It belongs to the Solanaceae family and […]

The almond tree is one of the most beloved fruit trees: its incredible resistance to drought and its beautiful flowers that cover it almost completely, in addition to its delicious fruits, make it a fruit tree that practically everyone who lives in a more o less warm, they take the opportunity to plant one … or several. Although […]

Olive trees are evergreen fruit trees that are used to growing on rather poor soils; However, when they are grown with the intention of producing a remarkable amount of fruit, either because the family loves them or because we intend to dedicate ourselves to the production and sale of olives, it is interesting to think about […]

In another post we have told about the development process of an avocado tree and how to get the seeds of the fruit to germinate to become small shoots. But now is the time to move on to the second stage, that is, the time to transplant plants and plant the shoots that have developed during the last 8 weeks. Depending […]

Throughout human history, when we settled in urban centers, nature has always been taken into account as an essential element. Both for decoration, inspiration and well-being. If we focus on gardening, it begins with the desire to have a piece of nature close to us, either to beautify the home and / or to show it off . But […]