In agriculture there are various techniques to avoid altering or degrading too much the soil in which we are working. If we maintain the ideal conditions of our soil, it will remain fertile and useful for longer. On the other hand, if we overexploit it, the soil will gradually degrade and erode, losing production capacity and impoverishing the land. […]
Pallet garden: how to do it
Currently we can see how pallets have become one of the important parts in some homes, since it is possible to find them both on the streets and in stores and they can also be used for a large number of things . So if you have some ingenuity and a little dexterity with your hands, you have the opportunity […]
Everything to know about growing Avocado
The avocado is by far the most cultivated tropical tree in temperate climate regions. Not only are there varieties capable of withstanding frosts down to -2ºC, but they also provide excellent shade , which is appreciated if you live in an area where temperatures easily rise above thirty degrees Celsius during the summer. But in addition, they […]
Fruit fly symptoms and treatment
The Drosophila Melanogaster , better known as the fruit fly , is a very small species of fly, which generally reaches 3 to 4 mm in length when entering the adult stage. Most of these fruit flies have red eyes , however, there are other fruit flies that have dark eyes, they also have a brown thorax and the abdomen of this species […]
This is what everyone should know about indoor bonsai
In recent years we have begun to see in nurseries and garden stores some small trees planted in very nice trays that had been placed inside a kind of box with a label that says: Indoor Bonsai, which often creates confusion, because … what is a bonsai?, and … why are there plants that are considered […]
How is shallot grown?
If you want to give a spicy flavor to your dishes, you can not stop cooking the shallot . Its name probably doesn’t tell you much, and it’s just that it’s not very well known yet. However, due to how easy it is to grow it, it is highly recommended to make a hole in the garden. So, […]
This 392-Year-Old Pine Bonsai Survived the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Explosion and Continues to Grow Today
Throughout our lives we go through very good moments and others that we wish we didn’t have, to the point that they can make us so discouraged that we lose the desire to continue walking our path. However, there is a 392-year-old pine bonsai that survived one of the most terrible events in Japan: when the United […]
All about Xylella fastidiosa or olive Ebola
There are a number of pests and diseases that attack plants, but few have become as well known in such a short time as Xylella fastidiosa . This bacterium, native to California, affects several species of important economic interest, such as olive or almond trees, so many farmers are doing everything possible to protect their crops. In Jardinería On […]
How and when to plant chickpeas
In our daily diet we must have different types of food that nourish our body. Not only must we include proteins and carbohydrates , but we must also have a diet full of vegetables, fruits and legumes . Index 1 Grow chickpeas among other foods 2 When are chickpeas grown? 3 How is the chickpea grown? 4 Recommendations when growing chickpeas Grow chickpeas among other foods […]
How to make water kefir?
Have you heard of water kefir? It is a carbonated probiotic drink with a citrus aroma that has many interesting medicinal properties that will help you feel good inside and out, to the point that even if you have lactose intolerance, you can benefit from it as it is fermented. in water and not in milk. […]
Cucurbits
In nature there are many foods that we still do not know or that we know but have such extensive families that we do not know that some may have relationships with others. Fruits, vegetables and legumes belong to a family, always grouped differently, but still just as nutritious. Index 1 Know the Cucurbitaceae 2 Characteristics of Cucurbits 3 Uses […]
How to grow stevia
Stevia rebaudiana is a very interesting medicinal herbaceous plant, especially for diabetics. It has many beneficial properties that we can take advantage of to enjoy better health. However, for this it is necessary that we provide a series of special care. For this reason, we are going to explain how to grow stevia . Index 1 How is it grown? 2 Care and […]
8 nature phrases that will make you reflect
Nature. The human being has long seemed to forget about her, despite the fact that he needs her to stay alive. He builds and pollutes without stopping. As the concrete covers everything, the home of the animals and plants disappears . We are not alone on planet Earth. This is a rocky globe that we share with billions of plant […]
pistachio day
Pistachio Day is celebrated every year on February 26 and is known as ” National Pistachio Day “, so all lovers of this delicious fruit celebrate it in a big way. The pistachio is one of the oldest trees in the world and it is even a dried fruit that appears in the Bible, in Iran it is one […]
Copper oxychloride is an ecological fungicide
Both in gardening and in agriculture, the use of fungicides to prevent possible fungal infestations is the order of the day. It is true that it is better to combat these pests with some techniques that do not require the use of chemicals. However, at other times it is unavoidable. In this case, I come to talk […]
What are mealybugs?
Mealybugs are limpet-like insects that feed by sucking the sap from a wide range of plants, including houseplants, greenhouse plants and many fruits, in some cases affecting ornamental plants grown outdoors. Insects can weaken plants , and some emit a sticky substance on the foliage, allowing black fungus to grow . Index 1 Know what mealybugs can do to your plants 2 Different […]
How to grow the rice plant?
Rice, the main ingredient in many meals. It can be accompanied with practically anything: meat, fish, vegetables,… it may even be good with chopped fruit. But is there a way to get a good amount without having to buy it at the supermarket? The answer is yes. Do you dare to grow your own rice plant? Index 1 Planting […]
The worm composter, a homemade invention
For gardening and agriculture there are numerous homemade inventions that make our lives easier and we can do them in an ecological way without polluting or damaging our environment. From organic fertilizers to worm composters, there are various homemade inventions that can help us in our tasks. Today we are going to focus on the compost bin […]