Month: May 2022

Nature has a lot to offer us and there are innumerable benefits that it offers us as we delve into it. From medicines, resources, clothing, food…, nature is the main source of minerals for human life since the beginning of the times of man’s life on earth and without it, life would not be what it is today. Today we […]

The pepper is a typical vegetable of some countries , but Mexico is perhaps one of the nations that takes the pepper with it in a large part of its gastronomic culture and it is that for those who do not know it, the pepper is part of those spicy fruits, belonging to the capsicum annuun family. Among its main […]

We would all like to have plants that are always beautiful, healthy, and happy, but that is not always possible. If we are careless with watering, we will see them sad, with fallen leaves and branches . If the situation worsens, the leaves wrinkle and dry out completely, which makes our pots look very bad. What can be […]

Tomatoes are delicious, right? Clean them well with water, cut them in half, add a little oil and a pinch of sugar… and eat. That, or cut into slices and put on toast for dinner. They are very, very healthy, and the best thing is that their cultivation is really simple . If you sow the seeds one day, you […]

We live in a fascinating world, full of animal and, above all, plant life. Plants have been on Earth for many millions of years, to be more or less exact, it is estimated that they began their evolution about 1.6 billion years ago. Since then, and as the Earth was having its current configuration, they have been developing […]

Peas are very nutritious legumes, since they are rich in carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. They come from peas, which are very fast-growing plants that will be very useful to us even after the season is over, because we can use them as green manure. But when are peas planted? If you want to make the most of the […]

One of the plants that are usually in many places , but that tend to be like ghosts, because they go unnoticed and that are very important and we don’t even take them into account, are mosses . But when you start reading a little about Kokedama and bonsai , you realize that they are really very important. So today we are […]

Paleobotany is a science thanks to which we can, at least intuit, how the planet Earth must have looked in the past, but not only that, but it also allows us to know what climate there was and, the most interesting thing if possible: how they have Plants have evolved over time. It is a certainly fascinating branch […]

A bonsai is a miniature tree that is grown in a tray. Despite its size, it has the same needs as any tree that grows on the ground; that is to say, it needs water, a more or less direct exposure to the sun to be able to grow and food. We must give this food throughout […]

As we have seen on certain occasions, plants can suffer from diseases, viruses, pests, etc. To prevent our plants from suffering, there are numerous prevention mechanisms and if, inevitably, they have already been infected, we can solve them. Today I come to talk to you about the mildew of the vine . About what it is, how we can […]

The chili is the pepper that not everyone would like to have on their plate. The taste can be very pungent, to the point that, almost unintentionally, a farmer has created one that a single bite could cause you a serious problem . However, the plants of the Capsicum genus, which are the ones that produce these vegetables, also have […]

Long before synthetic fertilizers began to be sold on a massive scale in nurseries and garden centers, farmers and gardeners cared for their plants solely and exclusively with natural products. And nothing bad could have gone wrong for them, especially when they used bat guano . With him, all the crops had everything they needed, and of course, […]

When we are going to cultivate or sow a plant, we normally start by introducing its seed under the ground and watering it. From the seed grows a plant that will later produce its fruits. We know that the seed is the basis of plant life and that thanks to it it can be distributed and grow. […]

The Prunus cerasus is one of those fruit trees that, in addition to being very useful to humans, is very decorative . In spring it is covered with beautiful white flowers, even before the leaves appear, which gives the garden an incredible appearance. Do you want to know more about him? If so, feel free to continue reading 🙂 . Index […]

It is common to see how farmers use their creativity to make homemade inventions that aim to protect their plants and achieve harvests, a number of objects that are very useful in the cultivation stage and that have different uses arise. In the spring time it is observed how this series of objects designed for the protection of […]

A bonsai is a great little work of art where both the worked plant and its pot combine so well that they make any of us want to have such a jewel at home. But we do not always give the importance it has to the plugin that protects the roots of our project. When we […]

To grow certain plants we usually worry a lot about the weather. “Will they withstand the high summer temperatures? Will they withstand frost? Will they be able to live only with the rain?” This is something completely normal, not in vain, plant beings depend a lot on the climate to be able to adapt or not to […]

Manure is one of the best residual materials for composting plants due to its chemical properties, including its low inorganic nitrogen content. Its use in the fertilization of land is very old and always with the purpose of making use of livestock waste and restoring the nutrients of arable land. It also contains moderate amounts of potassium and is very rich in […]

Ants are insects that normally do not cause damage to plants, but sometimes we will have to keep their population under control, especially if we have had or are having problems with aphids. For this we can use both homemade products and insecticides bought at a nursery or garden store. But how to get rid of ants […]

We have bought seasonal plants but we know that when winter comes they will no longer be there. When this happens, we have two options, let them lose and have to buy seeds again the following summer, or collect the seeds from the plants we have. The second option seems more viable to me, therefore, in this article […]

Nature makes plants take on amazing shapes. In the art of Bonsai , we always try to imitate them , with the maximum possible realism, naturally, since once a branch is too forced, the image changes radically. There are several styles recognized and taught by the masters of this ancient art. We will talk about the most common and easy to […]

Do you want to have a green and copious garden of specimens? Then you must pay attention to soil drainage , that is, the ability of the land to absorb water from irrigation or rain. There are several ways to check the soil in your garden, from digging a hole in the ground and seeing when the water […]

For those of us who live in a rather dry climate and want to have a low-maintenance garden , it is best to see what plants there are in the area that live with little care. They will be plants resistant to prolonged drought, which will require minimal care during the first and perhaps the second year of being planted […]

If you have a garden with some space and you want to plant a fruit tree, you can think of a hazelnut tree , a wonderful specimen that will give you shade during the summer season while it does not grow more than 6 meters, making it ideal for gardens that are not too tall. extensive. Do […]

What is a Bonsai? It is important to say that not everything that is planted in a Bonsai pot is. Many garden centers and nurseries offer newly rooted cuttings for sale that have been given their own Bonsai design, and they sell them at a price much higher than the price they would actually have in an ordinary […]

Having a soil in good condition is essential for the plants and trees in the garden to grow in good condition . It is not easy to have an optimal land to grow different specimens, since many of them require different types of soil and drainage, however, they all share some basic characteristics that it is good to […]

As we saw earlier , not everything that is planted in a Bonsai pot can be called as such. But, in addition, the veteran masters of this Art tell us that the tree must have a certain size, and that, depending on its height, it will be within one group or another. So, in this article we will […]

Ficus are very popular plants as indoor plants , or even in gardens in the form of hedges, as isolated specimens or even as bonsai. There are numerous varieties, and all of them have very decorative leaves. In addition, the fruit, the fig, is edible for many species, including humans. Let us know more about them. Ficus live in tropical and subtropical […]

The Ailanto , whose scientific name is Ailanthus altissima , is a tree native to China. It has become very popular in hot climates around the world. Its rapid growth and its resistance to pollution make the Ailanthus a species that can become highly invasive in many places. It can reach a height of up to twenty-seven meters, and live […]

The success of your crops largely depends on the characteristics of the soil . That is why today we will continue studying the ideal conditions that a piece of land must have so that the specimens grow healthy and strong. We have already talked about some central aspects such as depth and structure and now it is time […]

Today, due to the economic crisis we are suffering, recycled pots are more fashionable than ever, since they are cheap , and offer us many possibilities to have a decorative garden or patio. The tires, in addition, have a very low cost, in fact, they can be free, since the wheels that are no longer useful are usually thrown away […]

Ants are great enemies of plants, a very frequent pest that you can eradicate by making some home remedies from natural products. These insects feed on the sap of plants and that is why they affect their proper development, but there are always solutions at hand that can help prevent the appearance of this pest. An example? Grow nettle in your garden […]

On numerous occasions we find that we cannot have a garden, and that we have to make do with a balcony, patio or terrace where we can place our plants. We usually think that trees and shrubs are garden plants , but not pot plants. Well, that is not entirely true, since there are many species that can live […]

Mosquitoes are very annoying insects, which as soon as they can get inside our houses and bite us. It is popularly believed that where there are plants, there are mosquitoes. But there are also plants that, instead of attracting them, repel them . These plants are a highly recommended option for those who do not wish to use chemical products, or […]

Suiseki is an ancient art originating from Japan , which is defined as “the art of looking at stones”. They are stones that imitate landscapes, or animals related to nature. Let us know more about him. The suiseki is a stone that has not been manipulated, of manageable size , that can be picked up with the hands. If the help […]

It is always good to know the main pests and diseases of plants in order to recognize them when checking them and then apply an effective solution as soon as possible. Among the main pests are aphids , small insects, often greenish in color, that through their beak absorb the sap of plants and that is how they weaken […]

My father-in-law has a beautiful lemon tree in his garden that can be enjoyed from the kitchen window. During the season, he gives away magnificent fruits that we enjoy in lemonades, with meats or in marinades. Fruit trees are always a good option to have in the garden not only because of their natural beauty but also because with them […]

You can hire a landscaper or encourage yourself to design the garden . If you choose this last path, an unprecedented exploratory adventure awaits you in which you must consider some questions. The first thing before you start designing your garden is to find a plot plan . If possible, make some photocopies so you can work on them. If you don’t […]

It often happens that some plants have yellowish leaves, the general condition declines, and we do not know the reason. It is important to know the pH of both the water and the substrate that we use, since one of the reasons why a plant begins to regress for no apparent reason is precisely the use of inadequate […]

When designing a garden or purchasing plants , it is highly recommended to study the climate we have, as this will prevent problems from arising. Each climate zone creates a habitat for a certain class of plants. It could be said that it is the climate that makes the plants the way they are, since depending on the […]

Lentils are highly recommended for anemia, during pregnancy and in children’s recipes due to their important contribution of iron. Ready to prepare a tasty winter dish? Let’s start knowing the characteristics of this crop. The lentil is a very old crop whose origins date back to Iraq and then spread to neighboring countries such as Greece and Bulgaria to finally reach Europe and […]

A recent study has shown that flowering plants  appeared much earlier than previously believed. Its appearance is located in the Triassic, more than 250 million years ago. This is an amazing discovery as it has been shown that flowering plants appeared 100 million years earlier than previously thought. Flowering plants evolved from the plants we know today as […]

There are numerous insecticide products and chemical fertilizers on the market which, if we exceed the dose, can harm the plant, rather than give it any benefit. If we want to avoid taking unnecessary risks and, in addition, save a lot of money , we can choose to make natural remedies against pests ourselves , and homemade fertilizers. We will […]

The Castor, whose scientific name is Ricinus communis, is a very ornamental shrubby plant, very fast growing , capable of surviving long periods of drought . For this reason, it is considered one of the most invasive plants in temperate and warm climates. Let us know more about him. It can reach about ten meters in height, although it is […]

Like us, bees also have their preferences, their favorite flowers . It’s something that researchers recently discovered in a comprehensive study that could help increase the population of these efficient and important pollinators. As they say, gardeners will be better able to choose the right plants that, without a doubt, are not the most expensive. In the United […]

Nettle is not one of the most popular medicinal herbs on the market due to one of its components, which causes skin rashes on contact. But the truth is that it is worth considering its virtues because they are many. It is an herb with health benefits, which among other things helps to get rid of hangovers and prevent hair […]

Having a garden is the dream of many of us but let’s be honest, in big cities we will hopefully have a small balcony. And not even that in some cases. But that should not be the excuse for not having plants and crops at home, as there are always alternative ways to enjoy gardening. In addition […]

Frost is coming soon, which means plants like Impatiens will soon be looking like applesauce, or the blooms on fantastic vines like Passiflora will soon drop. But this is not the only problem. Not only will the most delicate plants look ugly, but cold weather brings with it other consequences. Here are five quick tips to protect your garden […]

I like plants with blue flowers or those that have a beautiful shade of violet or purple . They are my favorites, romantic, feminine and also convey that feeling of peace and serenity that is always pleasant. These flowers are ideal for combining with other shades, either with white versions or with flowers in strong colors such as yellow or […]

Nowadays, anything can serve as pots to place plants. From an old tire , to a plastic bottle, through balls made with coconut fiber and sewn moss as seen in the image above, they can be great planters that will give a special color to your home. They are very easy to make, and it will not take much time. On […]