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Soursop, what tree produces it?

It is becoming easier for those of us who live in places where the climate is too cold for the plants that produce it, to acquire tropical or exotic fruits. In recent times there is specifically a fruit, soursop , which has a very pleasant acidic flavor and can be used to make desserts, ice creams, drinks or […]

The importance of drainage for our plants

If watering is one of the most complicated tasks that every gardener and/or gardening enthusiast has to more or less control so that their plants grow well, the task becomes even more complicated when the substrate or soil does not drain fast enough for the roots to develop properly. There are some, like succulents, that although they […]

Grapefruit: care, uses, and much more

The grapefruit is a very decorative fruit tree, ideal for both small and large gardens, and even in pots, since its height does not exceed 6m, and its root system is not invasive. In addition, its rounded crown gives a little shade, so it can be planted in rows to achieve a more protected space. Learn all about […]

Carambola, the star-shaped fruit tree

This is a most curious plant: when you cut one of its fruits, you immediately realize that they are star-shaped. It is a tropical tree that grows up to 10 meters , originally from Malaysia (specifically, it is believed to come from Caramboya and Laos), although today it is grown in practically all tropical regions of the world. […]

Gardening tips for beginners

So you’d like to immerse yourself in the world of gardening, huh? you do well Being in contact with plants on a daily basis is one of the best experiences you can have. However, beginnings are often a bit tricky, and it’s such a big world! But you don’t have to worry about anything. In Jardinería On we are going to […]

Lack of nutrients in plants

Plants, to look healthy, need to absorb a number of nutrients. When some are not available, some other problems can arise. To avoid this, I am going to tell you how you can identify the lack of nutrients in plants . So you can have great pots and a garden. Index 1 What nutrients do they need? 2 What nutrients is […]

Grow watermelon in the garden

Today I ate a tasty, sweet, aromatic and fresh watermelon . Watermelon is ideal for those on a diet as it has a high water content and few calories, also to eat during the summer and when the body asks for fresh food. It is not one of the most popular crops in the garden, but even so today […]

Humus, an ideal fertilizer for your plants

In order for plants to grow properly, they must have access to regular water, sunlight, and a substrate or soil that provides them with all the necessary nutrients for their development. If we plant them in the garden in the right location, we already have a large part of the work done; but if we have them in pots… […]

How to do a bud graft

Plants can be multiplied in various ways: by seeds, cuttings or by grafting . The latter is the most used in fruit trees, since it allows for more resistant specimens to different pests and diseases, in addition to certain environmental conditions. It is not as difficult as it might seem, and it will seem even less so after […]

What are the porous substrates for plants?

Drainage is very important for plants, since the vast majority of them are not used to living with “wet feet” and if we water too often, we will most likely end up losing them, especially if we keep them in pots. To avoid this, it is essential not only to control irrigation, but also to plant them in a […]

Classification of plants

Millions of plants of all kinds inhabit the world , and all of them have had an evolutionary history that has been more or less complicated depending on the changes that the habitat in which they live has suffered. These changes have made them more resistant, but have also sometimes forced them to evolve, to modify some of […]

How to make a homemade fungicide with milk

Fungi are the microorganisms that cause the most serious damage to plants. They spread so quickly that by the time we realize they have sickened our beloved potted plants or some green specimen in the garden, it is usually too late. For this reason, it is much better to prevent, using substrates with good drainage and avoiding excessive watering. […]

Knowing and fighting the red spider

A few days ago I was cleaning the plants on my balcony when I noticed that one of them, which always grows without problems, was more droopy and withered. I began to study it and it was then that I noticed a thin web on the underside of the leaves . That was the indicator of the presence of […]

Uses of vinegar in the garden

Vinegar is often used in the kitchen to make delicious recipes. But, did you know that we can also use it to take care of our plants? In fact, it can help us keep the population of snails and molluscs under control, repel cats and dogs, and combat insects that cause pests and fungi that cause so much […]

Autumn and garden care

Autumn is a time of great change for nature and this can be seen just by looking at the leaves, which change from the fresh green of summer to shades of yellow, brown and orange. It is also a time of great work in the garden , with different activities and routines to carry out. If you want to […]

The importance of lighting for indoor plants

In nature, plants go to great lengths to capture the amount of light they need , either by climbing the trunks of those that are taller, growing rapidly to fill a vacant spot, and/or developing broad leaves. so they can absorb more light. However, those that we have at home can have serious problems to develop well. Therefore, […]

Main varieties of almond trees

The almond tree is a highly ornamental fruit tree that can be grown in all kinds of temperate gardens around the world. Its growth rate is quite fast, and furthermore, with a height of 6 meters and a crown of up to 4m in diameter, it provides enough shade to have a picnic under its branches. But did you […]

How to correct soil pH

The potential of hydrogen (pH) is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. It is very important to take it into account when growing plants since there are some that grow better in acidic soils, called acidophilic plants, and others that develop better in alkaline ones. For this reason, we are going to tell you how […]

Physiological disorders of plants

Plants throughout their lives can have various problems to grow and develop . A sudden change in temperature, wind or drought can weaken them a lot if they are not adapted to the environment. For this reason, it is important to know and identify the physiological disorders of plants , since in this way we can act before their health […]

Broad beans: growing guide

Broad beans are excellent herbs : they have a very fast growth rate and are also very prolific. They do not require any special care so they are a suitable crop for beginners, even for those who do not have any experience in caring for plants. They can be grown both in a pot and on the […]

How to acclimate plants to sun and cold

How many times have we bought a plant and as soon as we got to the garden or patio we put it directly in the sun? I recognize that not one, many, especially when the new acquisitions have been cacti or succulent. If this is done in spring, when the sun’s rays are not yet very strong, […]

What are climacteric fruits?

There are certain fruits that, once they are plucked from the plants, can continue to ripen without problems if they have reached an adequate level of development. These are known as climacteric fruits , and they must be taken into account when we want to grow plants, especially if their fruits are edible. Let us know more about […]

How to make plants grow faster

Although plants have their own growth rate, the truth is that sometimes we do not do everything possible to make them grow as fast as we would like , either because we do not have much experience in growing Green or because, simply and as I It has happened to me on more than one occasion, we […]

Basil life cycle and varieties

Basil is one of my favorite plants and so is many people I know . Perhaps that is why it is common for it to be present in orchards, partly because of its flavor but also because of its powerful aroma . It is an easy plant to distinguish because it is enough to smell it to know that we […]

How to get rid of fungus on indoor plants

Fungi are one of the microorganisms that cause the most damage to plants, and one of the most difficult to eradicate. In fact, when they are detected, it is usually because they have already infected the entire root system, causing it to die, and of course, recovering diseased plants is practically impossible. So much so that the most […]

hibernation of plants

Just like bears,  plants also need to hibernate . They, of course, cannot be put in caves or dens of any kind since, as we know, they do not have legs or legs, but they do not need them, why? Because they, like us, have a circadian rhythm, that is, they respond to the hours of sunlight, that […]

11 plants for pest control

Plants can be affected by many pests throughout their lives . A sudden change in temperature and/or environment, being thirsty or, on the contrary, having the soil permanently wet, or being in the same pot for too long are just some of the main causes why they can weaken, becoming like this. vulnerable to the attacks of […]

Can you fertilize in winter?

With the arrival of the cold, the growth rate of the plants slows down , to the point that some will spend these months devoid of leaves because it would cost too much energy to try to preserve them when the conditions are not favourable. Every time we pay, we want them to grow fast and […]

How to grow Sweet Potato

The sweet potato is a vegetable native to tropical America whose easy cultivation and exquisite flavor are making it one of the increasingly important foods that we have in the kitchen. To savor it, we can go to the supermarket and buy it, or grow it in the garden. I recommend the second option, since that way […]

How to avoid pests in plants

Plants, both those outdoors and indoors, can be attacked by different pests. Some are more damaging than others, but all of them appear for the same reason : the health of their victims is weakened or is weakening. For this reason, it is very important to know the different needs of each of the species that we are […]

The importance of root oxygenation

We often take it for granted that plants have everything they need when we have transplanted them into a new pot or garden, but the truth is that this is not always the case. As we know, all living things need oxygen to breathe , including plants and, of course, their root system. If the soil or the […]

How to attract hummingbirds to the garden

Hummingbirds are one of the most striking and curious birds. They are so beautiful, that you want to have some of them visit from time to time, but for this we have to do some things so that the garden gives them a good impression . Thus, not only is it likely that they will come, but it […]

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