Month: June 2022

You have been given a bonsai. And now that? Now… it’s time to contemplate its beauty, but also to read about its care . The beginner’s mistake that we all tend to make – among which I include myself – is to want to do things that he does not need at that time, such as pruning, wiring, or […]

Known as the white spider, this is an animal that usually affects any type of horticultural crop, causing irreparable damage to plant productivity. Once present in the crops, the white spider produces dwarfism in the most severe cases and causes visible damage to the plants, for example in the leaves and shoots the nerves will be curly. Even when it […]

The cherry tree is a tree that is widely cultivated in temperate climate gardens, not only for the fruits it bears, which are delicious, but also for its high ornamental value. Both its flowers and its leaves are really very decorative, which is why many people want to have a specimen. But how can you get that? […]

Fruit trees are plants that, in addition to producing edible fruits, can greatly decorate a garden or orchard. For this reason they are very interesting, since with a single specimen we can not only get food but also make the land look much more beautiful. But of course, sometimes the rush is very treacherous and we […]

Mealybugs are parasites that can cause many problems to our citrus. In fact, if we do not control or fight them in time, our trees can lose their leaves in a matter of a few weeks. How to combat mealybugs in citrus? If we have seen some, we will not have to worry too much. Below we will […]

There are a number of horticultural plants that taste too bitter. However, this is not a serious problem since there is a method to make them edible: bleaching. By preventing them from producing chlorophyll, we can grow them without having to worry about anything. If you don’t believe me, find out how to whiten vegetables . Index 1 What is […]

The orange tree is an evergreen fruit tree that produces very characteristic sweet fruits that we all know: oranges. But in addition, every spring small and fragrant flowers sprout from it that are very decorative; and that’s not to mention that over time it can even serve as a shade plant. For all these reasons, it is […]

When you live in an area where the rainfall is rather low, you have to look for some species that are capable of living without much water, since otherwise the farmer will have to spend money to buy the precious liquid when what is intended is to save as much as possible. Rainfed agriculture is presented as […]

Plants, as living beings, need to drink but also eat, since if they only did one of the two things they would soon dry up. To prevent this from happening to them, from the first moment the seeds germinate and emit their own roots, they absorb the water and the nutrients dissolved in it in order […]

After a blizzard or because it has reached the end of its life, a tree can fall to the ground. Although it does not happen very often since what is usually done is to take preventive measures, sometimes it can cause us a big problem, especially if the specimen is of a certain size and/or has […]

One way to ensure that plants obtain not only water, but also the humidity they need is through sprinkler irrigation. This system is very interesting, because despite what it may seem, it does not consume as much water as furrow or flood irrigation. And that’s not to mention that it has many more advantages that are really […]

What is forest botany? It is a branch of Botany that, I think, many of us would have liked to study. Being in the forest, surrounded by trees, bushes and other plants, being able to witness the changes they experience over the months; being, in short, in contact with nature, must be a magnificent experience. And it is […]

Seasonal fruits and vegetables should generally have an important weight on our shopping list and this is because apart from the fact that they provide a large number of benefits for the conservation of their vitamins as well as minerals, from the Likewise, they are much cheaper. Index 1 List of vegetables for the winter months 1.1 Artichokes 1.2 Celery […]

When we grow plants, especially if they are for human consumption, the ideal is to always use natural products because even if we take all possible precautionary measures, we can never be sure with those that are synthetic (chemical). One of these natural wonders is bone meal . You may not like its name very much, but it […]

If we are interested in having the garden divided into sections, placing the vegetables not only according to their characteristics but also according to their needs, we will achieve better production since it will be easier for us to grow them. For this reason, this time we are going to explain what green leafy vegetables are . So […]

Plants can be classified in many ways, one of the most used classifications being due to the adult size they reach. Even so, it is normal for doubts to arise about what a grass, a bush and a tree are, since sometimes you can find definitions that differ a little between them. What exactly are those three types […]

Whoever has an orchard or flowerpot knows how rewarding it can be to see the plants grow, take care of them, enjoy their flowering and eagerly await the moment of their fruiting or harvesting. Well, getting children to have that same experience now that they are young thanks to the school garden is one of the best […]

The mandarin is one of the citrus fruits that is most resistant to pests and diseases, but unfortunately that does not mean that it cannot have some other problem throughout its life. In fact, if we are careless with the crop, that is, if we do not fertilize it and water it every time it needs […]

Have you heard of mother trees? Although you may think that they could perfectly be part of a story, the reality is that they are plants that really exist. In fact, if you have ever been to a forest you may have come across some specimens. How to distinguish them from other plants? Very simple: because of the “wrinkles” […]

The fastest and most efficient way to get a new identical specimen of your plant is by multiplying it by cuttings. The cutting, which may well be a piece of branch or leaves, contains all the genetic information that interests you, such as that related to its color and/or shape, or to the production of flowers […]

Are you thinking of having a beautiful garden? If so, surely you will be eager to plant your plants, right? It is a joy to go to a nursery and take home some of those that from then on will be part of the home, but the truth is that if we put them on the ground […]

Wild weeds can create beautiful landscapes, but when grown in the garden they are often more of a problem than anything else. And it is that, their growth rate is so high that, if we left them, there would come a time when they would prevent our plants from having the growth and development that we […]

Have you bought a potted plant and when you get home or after a few days have you seen that there are balls in the substrate? If so, surely you are wondering what they are, right? The possibility that they are the eggs of some insect is the first thing that usually comes to mind, since the […]

When we talk about citrus, that is, orange, mandarin, lemon and other trees, we usually think that they are fruit trees. Nothing more. Plants that produce fruits suitable for consumption. But…, what if I told you that in addition to that they can be used to increase the ornamental value of our garden or patio? Yes indeed. These trees […]

Insecticides are ecological or chemical products that can be very useful to take care of our plants. However, if we do not use them correctly, the ones who can end up losing are us and our health, especially if we use the latter. How to avoid it? The answer is very simple: discovering how to use insecticides . And how […]

Nitrogen is one of the most important nutrients for plants: without it, they literally could not grow . Their health would become so weak that pest-causing insects and opportunistic microorganisms, such as fungi, would cause disease. This is something that fertilizer manufacturers are well aware of, as they make sure that their products contain this important component for […]

In the same way, we can know the olive fly by the scientific name of Bactrocea oloeae , this type of insect being a species that belongs to the Tephritidae family. In the same way we can highlight that this is a fly known by the name that we have already mentioned because when it is in its larval […]

Would you like to have a bonsai but you have no idea how to take care of it so that it doesn’t die? If so, the best thing you can do is acquire a resistant species, but of course, if you do not know which are the most interesting, many doubts may arise in this regard. But, […]

To ensure that the peach tree has better growth and development as well as greater fruit production, it is very important to remember to prune it every year. Only with pruning -as long as it is well done- can we achieve a healthy specimen. Therefore, in order for us to achieve our goal , this article explains […]

In nature we can find a wide variety of plants , each with its own characteristics and properties. Some larger than others, with different colors, with different aromas and ways of behaving. Some plants have become very popular thanks to their healing properties, others have managed to stand out for their aromas, which are used in some fragrances […]

Are you one of those who like to go out in search of asparagus? And, what do you think of the idea of ​​having asparagus plants in your patio or orchard? They are plants that are very resistant to drought and, in addition, a single specimen produces a large quantity of asparagus for a few months. You can […]

Capers are small evergreen shrubs whose fruits are widely used in cooking . They have small leaves and very beautiful and large white flowers. This plant is very easy to grow and maintain, and can be kept both in a pot and in the garden. Would you like to know everything about her? Index 1 Characteristics of capers 2 How are they cared […]

Do you fancy a mango? The truth is that this fruit can be tasted at any time, although due to its size it is much more advisable to eat it all after the main meals. But why not take it from our own tree? It is a very practical way to save money, and also to get a little […]

Every insect has its place in the ecosystem, even in the garden. But it is true that sometimes they nest too close to home, and if there is someone who is allergic, it can be a problem. For this reason, we are going to teach you how to make a wasp trap , so that you and your family […]

The Olive Bonsai is one of the best options to start with a good start in this world. It is a resistant plant, which can be grown in black peat without problems, and its growth can also be controlled very easily. It withstands pruning, drought, high temperatures… In short, it is an all-terrain plant . But, how is the Olive […]

The loquat is a fruit tree that is planted very often in Mediterranean orchards and, in general, in those where the climate is temperate. It grows quickly, and produces a large number of delicious fruits inside which is a single seed that you can sow directly in a pot after having cleaned it well with water. But surely […]

Purslane is one of the new gourmet plants , a delicacy rediscovered by French chefs that today refers to audacity and exclusivity. Although it is a simple creeping plant , eyes have fallen on this leafy vegetable that you can include in your garden crops, so today we delve into its benefits to learn more about this plant that is widely […]

If you are looking for plants for ponds or to put next to the pool, there are a variety of species that are ideal due to the humid conditions they need to live. One of them is the Bulrush , whose scientific name is Typha latifolia but is also known by other names, such as Totora, Enea, Anea, Bayunco, Junco de la […]

There are many people who want to know how bonsai is cared for, that is, how and when it is wired, how it is pruned and fertilized, what pests affect it and how they can be prevented,… It is essential to know the answers to all these questions , since that otherwise the tree would most likely […]

This is a plant that is not very well known yet. It is an evergreen shrub that can be kept in a pot as it grows only 1.5 meters. It has a rounded shape, which gives it a very compact appearance, very small… but very elegant. The Mahonia aquifolium , as it is scientifically called, in the cold months takes on […]

Few bushes are as beautiful and productive at the same time as our protagonist, which has many common names, among them Border Plum, Blackthorn, or Sloe, although it only has one scientific name, which is Prunus spinosa . It grows up to a height of 4 meters, so it can not only be kept in the garden, but you […]

Palm trees are plants that many of us have fallen in love with. It may be a bit of an exaggeration, but when you enter this world and see how many species there are, and how decorative most of them (if not all) are… it is very easy for the »palmeril virus», as we call Sometimes this […]

We would all like to have plants that are always healthy, free of pests, but unfortunately there are some times of the year when there are some parasites and insects that do not hesitate to feed on them. One of the most common is the  cottony mealybug , so called because, when touched, it reminds us quite a […]

During the summer the plants are making the most of the daylight hours to grow. For this reason, we might think that it is a good idea to change the pot during this season, and the truth is that we would be making a mistake . The reality is that there are plants that can change their container in […]

It is not the first time that we have talked about having a spiral garden , an option for those people with little space who want to grow a good number of plants in a limited area. Spiral gardens are not only presented as a very practical solution when there is a lack of space in the home, […]

Currently, when we go to a nursery or garden store, we find a shelf full of chemical products that, although they are very effective as long as they are used correctly, are harmful to the environment, to the point that if we use them intensively in the garden, we could end up with soil poor […]

The red weevil, whose scientific name is Rhinchophorus ferrugineus , is a weevil (somewhat similar to a beetle) that, although in its adult phase it is not harmful to palm trees, the larvae are especially voracious, to the point that they can kill a copy in a matter of a few weeks. Currently, we have several treatments against […]

The chestnut , whose scientific name is Castanea sativa , is a deciduous tree that can be found in Asia Minor and in Europe, in fact, in the Iberian Peninsula, especially in the north, they grow very comfortably; although unfortunately there are many chestnut trees that have been lost due to a fungus: the Phytophtora, which fortunately can be prevented […]

Those of us who write at JardineriaOn like to sink our fingers into the earth and enjoy the relaxing sensation caused by the aroma of wet earth, pine needles and blooming buds. Gardening is therapeutic and that is why various activities are carried out around it, being Horticultural Therapy one of the most widespread these days. Horticultural Therapy is nothing […]

Potted plants need somewhat different care than those in the ground. Having less substrate, there comes a time when it will be necessary to transplant them into larger pots, since otherwise they would not be able to grow and, in addition, they could become very weak. To avoid this, we are going to give you a series […]