Popularly known by the name of gloxinia, this plant belongs to the Gesneriaceae family and the Sinningia genus, made up of about 60 species of herbaceous and perennial tuberous plants. They have their origin in the most tropical areas of America , especially in Brazil, and you can find it in almost any store, both the already grown […]
Caring for the cica, an indoor palm tree
The cica is one of the many varieties of palm that there are, it is a specimen for indoors that can also be put outdoors and that can reach up to 2 meters in length. It has rigid, bright green leaves that form like bouquets. In a pot, it can be between 50 centimeters and 2 meters high, depending […]
How to grow caigua
The caigua is a plant that grows lying on the ground, which is known as a trailing plant. It has hooks called tendrils through which it is able to adhere to trees, plants, sticks, etc., by climbing through them. It can reach a height of between 3 and 5 meters, which depends on the conditions that it achieves for its […]
What are the fastest-growing hedges and trees?
When acquiring a new home with a beautiful garden, you have to think of ways of how to fence it in order to have good privacy and intimacy inside your home and also outside. There are those who prefer to surround it with stone or concrete walls, but there are also people who choose other types of […]
Benefits of earthworms
Although to humans they are one of the most unpleasant animals, earthworms are an ideal resource to keep the lawn in our garden in optimal condition. Its benefits are multiple and its damages not too abundant, so now you know … know well the benefits of earthworms with this article in which we tell you all about […]
Waxflower growing tips
The wax flower (also known as ‘ Hoya carnosa ‘) is a climbing species that produces beautiful white and pink flowers. The star-shaped quilted flowers and fleshy leaves give the plant a somewhat peculiar look, which really seems to be made artificially. It is an indoor plant of the Apocynaceae family that requires little care other than watering, so it is a good plant if […]
Diet plant care
The one known as plant diet belongs to the Iridaceae family and to the genus Dietes, which is composed of 6 species of rhizomatous and perennial plants that have their origin in South Africa. The best-known species are iridoid diets, bicolor diets, Robinson’s diets, and Grandiflora diets, and they are often used as isolated specimens although they can […]
Growing and caring for lantana
Lantana is a beautiful plant with elliptical leaves and a rough green surface. Its flowers are small and have different color combinations, which makes them ideal for placement in different decorative styles. It can reach up to two meters in height, ideal to spice up the garden and be very colorful. How to care for and grow lantana Take […]
Cranberry cultivation
The blueberry is a small shrub, up to half a meter high in the wild, that originally lives in forests, the soil of which protects from erosion. It prefers coniferous forests and heaths. Its fruits have always been highly appreciated as food in countries such as Poland, where they can serve you a plate of spaghetti […]
Parasites that affect plants
The true lovers of gardening are involved in the correct development of their plants as if they were some of their most loved ones, and this is something inevitable when so many hours are dedicated to their care and maintenance. Although tasks are often pleasant and entertaining, there may also be some setbacks or unpleasant […]
The best plants for hot climates
As you know, depending on the season and the climate where we live, it will be preferable that we grow some plants rather than others. Thus, in spring and summer bulbs such as daffodils or tulips are advisable. On the contrary, in winter perennials are recommended, such as holly. To create a garden, it is absolutely essential to know […]
Growing and caring for the cockscomb
The cockscomb is an annual herbaceous plant that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family and has its origin in tropical regions. It reaches a height of between 40-60 centimeters, so it is ideal for both indoors and outdoors. It can be of different colors, sizes, and shapes, although its bearing is usually rounded. Its leaves are alternate, simple, oval, little stalked, and with very marked […]
Bougainvillea care
If you are looking for an alternative climbing plant to the traditional rose bushes or ivy but with a lot of colors, bougainvillea is the specimen you are looking for. This precious shrub of Brazilian origin offers beautiful pink, white, yellow, salmon, red or purple flowers on thorny branches that can reach up to 8 meters […]
