Month: April 2021

You have very likely seen dieffenbachias more than once in any home as a houseplant. These tropical plants are very popular as they thrive in shady conditions and their showy leaves have great decorative value. If you want to learn more about the dieffenbachia plant and its care , join us in this article, where you can also […]

Hibiscus are a whole genus of the Malvaceae family with about 150 species. They are tropical plants, highly valued for the vivid colors of their five-petal flowers, ranging from white to purple, orange, yellow and pink. In addition, it is very common to take the infusion of hibiscus flowers, also called Jamaica flower or Chinese rose , due to […]

As Halloween approaches, everyone thinks of pumpkins, the holiday’s iconic vegetable. This plant is actually a whole genus, whose fruits in their different varieties and species have been used throughout the world for things as different as food consumption or as containers or musical instruments. In addition, the consumption of the pulp and seeds of this vegetable […]

Petunias are a whole genus of flowering plants whose petals give them a trumpet shape, similar to what happens in Mexican petunias. They are widely spread geographically and, in fact, can be found from Brazil and Argentina to the southern United States. It has many different species and all of them are highly valued aesthetically, especially when […]

Monstera deliciosa, also called Adam’s rib, ceriman or skeleton plant , is a species of the genus Philodendron very popular in interior decoration thanks to its beautiful and large leaves, which seem to simulate a rib. The fruit of the Adam’s rib plant can be consumed after approximately one year of maturation, being elongated and of considerable size, although it […]

The lemon tree is a fruit tree widely known in many countries for its rich fruits, lemons. It is not uncommon to find lemon trees and gardens and even in large pots, and considering that, like all fruit trees, it is a plant that takes a long time to start bearing abundant fruit, it is worth […]

The Vaccinium corymbosum , commonly called cranberry or blueberry , is a shrub known for its small round fruits as berries, sour taste and sweet. It is a great option to plant in many orchards if the minimum necessary conditions are met, since it begins to bear fruit from its first year outdoors and in large quantities. If you want […]

The grass is the other large group of carpet plants that is used to cover large areas of meadow. We say that it is the other large group because the most popular upholstery plants when covering land surfaces are lawns. Although this is the case, the truth is that grass can be a very good option in certain circumstances […]

The formerly known as Nolina recurvata , also called the elephant’s foot, has recently been classified in the genus Beaucarnea . They are very striking plants for their sculptural bearing, which is why they are highly valued as ornamental plants in gardening and decoration, because although it grows much better and taller outdoors it can also be kept indoors, although […]

Oregano, with the scientific name Origanum vulgare , is a very popular aromatic plant for its culinary and health-beneficial properties. It is a fundamental ingredient of the Mediterranean diet, whose leaves are usually consumed dried to flavor dishes or to make infusions. If you want to have this aromatic plant at home and learn how to take care […]

Grass is a great alternative to grass when it comes to covering large areas of meadow. It is a tougher vegetation and coarser than grass, so it withstands continuous trampling better, thus being especially suitable for parks or leisure areas. In addition, in winter the grass dries its aerial part, which turns yellowish and no longer needs […]

Tomato is one of the most common crops in any garden, especially urban ones. The tomato plant is a plant whose care is available to everyone, and its fruits can be enjoyed in so many recipes and in so many ways that it is difficult to resist planting a few to benefit from their harvest. However, […]

Avocado is one of the most profitable crops due to how well valued its fruits are today. However, as with many crops that have been exploited for some time, a whole series of insects and pests have appeared that have learned to take advantage of this tree. If you want to learn what are the main pests […]

Aloe vera, with the scientific name Aloe Barbadensis and also called aloe vera, is a very popular succulent plant, since in addition to having a striking and very beautiful appearance, it has a large number of medicinal properties that make it very beneficial for the skin and as a digestive. If you want to learn when and how […]

Plants are threatened by a large number of agents that can attack them, most of which are pests or diseases. These dangers are usually considered only when they affect crops or farms due to the significant economic losses that they can lead to, but almost all plants are susceptible to being attacked. In this article we […]

Orchids are a whole family of plants highly appreciated in gardening and decoration for their large flowers of striking shapes and colors. The family is huge, with more than 25,000 species, and therefore there is a great diversity of aspects between them, and even of needs. However, orchids carry the reputation of being very difficult flowers to […]

There is a wide variety of these plants, but Phalaenopsis are one of the most popular and widespread orchids in gardening and decoration. These beautiful flowers, which are named for their resemblance to butterfly wings, originate mainly in Australia and the Philippines, as well as in some other areas of Asia and Africa. In this article, […]

The Euphorbia pulcherrima , commonly called poinsettia, is a plant widely used in landscaping usually marketed and popularizes at Christmas time. It is a plant that is usually treated as if it were an annual, but it is possible to keep it throughout the year so that it survives more than one season. However, many of those who […]

With the scientific name Prunus dulcis , the almond tree is a deciduous tree well known both for its fruits, almonds, and for its beautiful and small light-colored flowers, which give a unique appearance to any garden with all its branches crowned in white. or pale pink. As in most trees, pruning the almond tree is very […]

Roses are one of the most valued flowers in the world, due to their ornamental value and the many meanings and meanings that different cultures have attributed to them over time. For this reason, there are many who decide to grow their own rosebush. However, these beautiful plants are susceptible to being attacked by some pests and […]

The rose bushes have a large number of varieties, which can range from shrubs in the garden or pot to the form of hedges or of the climbing type. Its flowers, roses, are one of the most appreciated in gardening around the world, and especially in western countries they are attributed a great romantic or other […]

The olive tree is one of the most important crops in Spain and in many areas with a Mediterranean climate . Its fruit, the olive, is used both for consumption in different ways and for the production of precious olive oil , which is why it is a crop with great economic potential, but which can be attacked by a […]

Although its scientific name is Euphorbia pulcherrima , we all know it as a poinsettia, poinsettia, Christmas plant or Poinsettia. These plants, with their striking flowers and bracts of deep red color, are very popular because they bloom precisely at Christmas time. Many people think of them as annuals, but it is possible to make them survive for more […]

Unfortunately, plant scares are more common than anyone who has and enjoys caring for them would like. Especially when it comes to plants that sometimes go unattended for long periods, as is the case when we go on vacation or if you have plants in your second home that you visit from time to time. However, although […]

Succulent plants are very popular in gardening thanks to the exotic and striking touch of their shapes, which are very characteristic and distinguishable from other types of plants despite their enormous variety. In addition, they tend to like them a lot because, in reality, they are quite easy to care for. In this article we are […]

When Christmas approaches, many households dare to get hold of a poinsettia, also called a Christmas plant or Poinsettia , since it is one of the most typical Christmas plants . These plants are highly prized for their large flowers and deep red bracts, which add a striking contribution of color to any decoration. However, keeping poinsettia is not always […]

Along with the red spider and the mealybug, the whitefly is one of the most common pests today in both gardening and horticulture. This small insect, which seems to cling tightly to some plantations or crops, is the terror of many farmers when the time of heat and humidity arrives. If we are careless and this pest […]

The spider mite is one of the most feared pests in a large number of countries. These tiny mites are a great danger due, above all, to their high propagation and reproduction capacity, thanks to which they can infest entire plantations in a few days if not treated properly. In this article we are going to […]

Oregano is a very popular plant both for its medicinal properties and for its value as a condiment: for example, Italian cuisine marks it as an indispensable ingredient in the most classic pizzas, but it is also very important in the cuisine of many other Mediterranean countries. . It is a very easy plant to […]

A garden is a very important part of any home that is lucky enough to have one. It does not matter if it is a small front garden, a huge back garden or even that stairwell used as an indoor garden, they all have the ability to give a natural and very pleasant touch to any […]

Tulips are one of the most popular bulbs among fans of gardening and plants in general, as they have very different shapes and colors, all of them beautiful and striking. It is a whole genus of the lily family, with around 5,000 species, hence its range of shapes, sizes and colors is so great. In case […]

With the arrival of the rainy season, many farmers and gardening enthusiasts begin to check the leaves of their plants, hoping not to find the dreaded yellow spots. Mildew is a fungus that can reproduce throughout the crop, becoming very harmful if prevention and remedial measures are not practiced in time. If you want to learn how to […]

The medlar is a fruit tree that has its origin in China, from where it spread to Japan and, later, to much of the world. It is a tree that reaches 10 meters in height, very popular for its resistance and for the pleasant taste of its fruits. Currently, it is a naturalized species in countries with […]

Growing cannabis indoors has been a practice that has been going on for decades. This is one of the cultivation techniques that have evolved the most in recent times, so it is the best method to obtain quality seeds. If you want to have your own indoor grow at home, keep reading and discover indoor grow cabinets, as […]

Pineapples, technically called cones , are the structures in which conifers protect their seeds, allowing the ovules to mature inside them for later, once they have made seeds, to facilitate their dispersal. Conifers are the most numerous and important group among gymnosperm plants and, therefore, there is an enormous variety both in the species of trees that produce them and in […]

Growing and watching a tree grow that bears fruit that we can enjoy is an experience that all gardening lovers long for sooner or later. However, it is normal to think that in order to plant an apple or an orange tree, a large garden with a lot of land is necessary. Well, this is not entirely […]

The medlar is a fruit tree native to China that is not uncommon to see in crops and gardens in many countries. Its is a fruit tree that is quite popular for its resistance to cold, which allows you to enjoy its tasty fruits in climates where other fruit trees do not usually grow or hardly […]

The Areca palm, also called Dypsis lutescens , bamboo palm, yellow palm, golden fruit palm or simply Areca, is a very popular plant in interior decoration, as it gives any space that unique tropical air is located. of the palm trees. These plants are also highly valued for their ability to remove toxins from the air, making them one of […]

Succulents are one of the most striking and beautiful types of plants that you can have at home. There are many fans, and these plants, which are also usually quite resistant, offer a huge variety of shapes and colors. However, in them it is very necessary to carry out a transplant every two or three years, […]

The custard apple tree, or custard apple, is a tree that has its origin in western India, although currently most of the production is centered in Spain. It is a tree highly appreciated for its fruit, the custard apple, exotic fruit of great nutritional and dietary quality. And it is that custard apples, in addition to being very […]

Monoculture is a very widespread practice on farms of certain crops. At a time when the demand for low-cost food is increasing, it is logical to think that a plantation system that allows obtaining large quantities of food at low cost is the ideal option, but the reality is that it is far from being successful. […]

Compost is one of the fundamental elements for the proper development of plants. As living beings, plants also need a good dose of nutrients, in addition to the sun and watering. Therefore, selecting the best fertilizer for them is essential to enrich them and promote their strong and healthy growth. Next, we will discover which are the best […]

When the warm months approach, there are many gardens, balconies and terraces that are embellished by the spectacular blooming of hydrangeas. These plants, so widespread and valued for their beautiful flowers, are much easier to care for than many people think. To prove it, in this article we have compiled what is the care of hydrangeas in a […]

Clivia is a plant as beautiful as it is easy to care for, very popular for its striking flowering, which it produces only once a year in spring, and which is of warm and very showy colors. If you want to enjoy in your own home or garden the company of this plant so seen […]

Succulents are a type of plant especially appreciated in gardening and decoration for their striking and peculiar shapes, very different from those of most other types of plants. In addition, many of them are native to desert or very arid environments, so they are very resistant plants that tend to require little care, in addition to […]

Do you like to eat pineapple? Did you know that it does not come from the typical tropical palm tree, but rather that it is the fruit of a plant? Planting a tropical pineapple to get to enjoy these beautiful plants and their tasty fruits is really very easy. This plant is native to South America and does […]

Beet, with the scientific name Beta vulgaris , is a very popular vegetable both for its ease of cultivation and for its many uses. As a cooking ingredient, it is very common to use in salads and dishes of all kinds, whether raw or cooked. In addition, its leaves are also used in preboggion, a typical ingredient in Italian […]

The Senecio rowleyanus , usually called rosary beads hanging plant or plant, it is a hanging plant family Asteraceae very popular in gardening and decorating due to its peculiar aspect. If you dare to beautify your terrace or living room with one of these beautiful succulents, keep reading us in this article in which we show you […]

The Cymbidium orchid is one of the most suitable orchids for cultivation by beginners or by people who do not want a very demanding or delicate plant in their care. It is a kind of orchid with long-lasting flowers and the appearance of being made of wax. It is a highly appreciated plant in gardening and floristry […]