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Depending on their life cycle, plants can be perennial, that is, they produce seeds every season, or seasonal. Why are they so different? Because of the evolution followed by each of the species. The climate, the soil, the altitude above sea level, and even the availability of candidate pollinators are factors that have made a plant life expectancy […]

The Ficus Ginseng is a plant that is found within the varieties of bonsai . The discovery of this tree was made in Asian countries, places where its trade began as Ficus Ginseng because of its bulb shape and its irregularly shaped roots, roots that remain aerial , this means that they are roots that are not completely below ground. This is […]

Having the possibility of being able to create a hydroponic garden represents one of the tasks that is very easy to carry out for those people who may have the benefit of being able to count on a large patio or, in contrast, a garden, but who do not want to pass up the opportunity to have your own […]

It is normal for the tomato crop to be affected by numerous diseases, pests and viruses; Among these is the ascomycete fungus known as ” alternaria “, which consists of a decomposition that affects the appearance of the plant. In this post, we will be talking about what tomato alternaria is , the symptoms it produces and its treatment, as well as […]

Having a coniferous hedge in a garden is something very, very beautiful, as well as practical. By having short but dense foliage, they allow us to enjoy the place with more security and privacy; not to mention that they help reduce noise. However, sometimes everything doesn’t go as it should, and that’s when we wonder why conifers […]

In homeopathy some types of plants are used to combat some diseases. The amount that it supplies is usually small, since if it were administered in higher doses, it would trigger the same effects that you want to combat. In this case we are going to talk about the Pulsatilla. Its scientific name is Pulsatilla vulgaris and it is a genus […]

Many times, when we go to a nursery, we end up with some other plant in the shopping basket. When we get home, we put them where they fit best and leave them there, convinced that they will always stay beautiful. However, as the days go by we realize that they have begun to get sad. The […]

In general, there is no doubt about what a tree, a palm or a cactus is, but when you start to investigate a little more and discover the evolution that each type of plant has had, you realize that, although they can be very similar, they have important differences that make them unique . Bearing this in […]

The plants that we have in a pot with the passage of time are running out of enough space for their roots. These grow adapting to the container, and when they can no longer do so, they come out through the drainage holes. Although it is not a problem in itself, if we did nothing, there […]

Beetle infestations can be dangerous to your garden as they can cause severe damage to crops and plants. To avoid beetles, there are some techniques, but if you already have the pest in the garden, they can be controlled in various ways. Do you want to know how to control beetle pests in your garden? Most beetle […]

One way to have a much better divided garden or plot is by putting up a wall, but not just any wall, but made of gabions. With materials as simple as stones and galvanized or stainless steel mesh, you can get a piece of land that will be a pleasure to be on . And all this without losing […]

For each season of the year there are fruits and vegetables that are in season. About a month ago autumn came and now fruits and vegetables of this season are coming. Do you want to know what fruits and vegetables to consume on these dates? Index 1 Autumn Fruits 1.1 Avocado 1.2 Khaki 1.3 Grenade 1.4 Custard apple 1.5 kiwi 1.6 apple 1.7 Grape 2 Autumn […]

Few tools are as useful and practical as pruning shears . Not only are they comfortable to wear, but they will also help us to do all those little jobs that will keep the plants well cared for and, above all, healthy. But how to choose one? There are many types, and each of them is specially designed for […]

When we think of gardens, or no longer gardens, but plants, we assume that they will need a series of care in order to grow and maintain themselves well. But what would you say if I told you that this is not always the case? A man named David Latimer planted a seed in a glass […]

Plants, throughout their lives, will be affected by a series of pests that will test their adaptation to the environment and their survival. When they are cultivated, we provide them, or at least we try to, all the care they need in order for them to grow strong and, above all, healthy. But sometimes this is […]

During the cool months, if you have or are going to have a garden, you will surely want to spend time outdoors enjoying the relaxing atmosphere of the place. And what better way to do it than by placing yourself near a bonfire that can protect you from the cold. If you want that to stop […]

The cherry tree is a deciduous fruit tree that is really beautiful . During spring, its cheerful flowers sprout, in summer and autumn its fruits appear which, in addition to being edible, increase the ornamental value of the plant, and towards mid-autumn its leaves turn a very striking orange color before falling. For all these reasons, there […]

Conventional pruning shears are tools that have proven to be very useful for cutting branches. Today, they are still widely used because for their price and easy maintenance, in addition to their multiple agricultural uses, the truth is that they are very worthwhile. However, if you have to get a lot of work done in a […]

There is nothing like growing your own food. Its flavor cannot be compared with that of the same fruit or vegetable bought in the supermarket. And it is that, the care that you can give it is not the same as that received by those that are later sold in this type of place, with the exception […]

The Rowan of the hunters, a tree that receives the scientific name of Sorbus aucuparia , is one of the most suitable to have in gardens in temperate-cold climates. In addition, it provides excellent shade , so much so that picnics can be held under its branches and the whole family can be invited Its flowers are also noteworthy. Although they […]

A relatively easy and quick way to obtain new specimens from our plants is to multiply them by cuttings , which are pieces of branches put to root. It is also very cheap, since you only need rooting hormones, a pot or container with holes through which excess water can escape and, of course, a plant that […]

When we are about to grow plants, the doubt may arise as to whether we are growing it in a pot or directly on the ground. Although it seems to us that growth and development are going to be the same in one place as in another, the reality is that the more space the roots […]

One way to get new plants without having to buy them is to collect the seeds and plant them in the following season . This is a very nice experience, which will provide us with many and varied knowledge about the cultivation of plant beings from the beginning of their lives. If you would like to continue […]

Today we are going to talk to you about a type of crop that is not a crop itself. It’s about the pine nuts . The pine nuts are not cultivated, but are collected from the pine forests. They are a forest product rather than an agricultural product, since they do not require tillage, soil preparation, or as much […]

During the rainiest months, tree trunks, walls and even rocks can be covered with a beautiful green carpet that measures just 1 or 2 centimeters in height: it is moss, a type of plant that has the ability to give it that green touch that is sometimes missing in some landscapes… and also in some […]

Peat is the substrate that is most used in the cultivation of all kinds of plants . It is economical, maintains humidity and is the most recommended soil for most of our pots. But did you know that there are two types? Each one has its uses, as I am going to tell you below. Let’s learn more about […]

Cacti are succulent plants that have managed to adapt to an arid environment, where very few animals and plants coexist. Its roots develop on sandy soil, with very few nutrients. For this reason, its parts are so striking, because they do not resemble those of other plants. But what are the parts of the cactus like? If you also want to know […]

Gardening is an art . An art that allows you to learn little by little, at your own pace. Plants, in general, are not in a hurry, with the exception of herbaceous plants and some trees. Even so, if you want to grow them, you have to respect their time scale, and provide them with the care they need […]

Without the proper level of oxygen, life as we know it today would not exist. Plants, like the rest of living beings, also breathe; if they did not, their cells would die and, consequently, their roots, stems and leaves would dry up. Have you ever wondered why plants need to breathe? We know that they do it in […]

Our garden is visited by countless insects, some of which are beneficial, others dangerous, and others responsible for plant pests and diseases. Ticks are blood suckers and can be a potential danger to your family and your pet . It can cause anything from simple skin irritation to the spread of disease. Therefore, it is important to control fleas […]

Ants are some of the most intelligent insects out there, but they can also be quite annoying to plants. Although during the flowering season they help them transport pollen from one flower to another, if the health of the plant being is weak, they will not hesitate to take advantage of the opportunity to harm them […]

Conifers, and especially the vast majority of species of the Pinus genus, can be worked relatively well as bonsai. By having very fine and short needles (leaves), and a medium-slow growth rate, over time an amazing work of art can be achieved. One of the most interesting is the Pinus pinea , as it loves the sun and […]

Few citrus trees (and, indeed, few trees) command as much attention as the Buddha’s Hand lemon tree . When I saw it for the first and only time in a nursery, I was amazed. I had already seen it in photos on the internet, but seeing it in person was incredible. Although the price of it certainly disappointed me deeply: […]

Irrigation is a task that is very difficult to master, especially if you are a novice. And it is that, being one of the most important, if not the most, that everyone who has plants must do, mistakes can mean losing them forever. Therefore, if you have one that is not going through its best moment, take […]

Having pampered our fruit trees all year long, we are eager to taste their delicious fruits and it is disappointing to see that the fruits have not ripened well , that they have been pecked by birds, small insects such as wasps, they took the liberty of eating them before we did, etc. But what can we do […]

Clay pots are beautiful. It is true that they have a somewhat higher price than the plastic ones, but they are so decorative that they enhance the beauty of any plant; I insist, anyone. Whether they are cacti or flowers, palm trees or climbers, if they are in this type of container we can be sure that the […]

Pruning is one of the basic tasks of gardening. Anyone who has some other plant, even if it is seasonal, will have to cut or remove some other stem or flower in order to achieve excellent growth and development. But, just as important as doing it is doing it well and at the right time. So let’s […]

If you have been growing fruit trees for some time , surely you have had very good harvests and others that have been rather poor . A small change in the crop can assure us that the production is going to be excellent, or on the contrary very bad. It is a phenomenon known as vecería , and unfortunately practically […]

The cultivation of certain plants allows us to supply a little of that wide market of food, medicine or simply raw material for articles. Many depend on prior knowledge for its correct sowing and care, as well as on the way of obtaining what is sought from it. In this case we refer to the world-renowned Almond tree, this tree […]

The flowers are wonderful. Whatever color or colors they are, appearing alone or in groups, with larger or smaller petals… they all have something special. But do you know what inflorescences are? We are used to seeing plants that produce more or less separated flowers. However, there are others that produce them in a different way, more striking if […]

Bees are one of the most beneficial insects that a garden, orchard or even a patio with plants can have. Without them, flowers would not pollinate, and thus species would become extinct at an alarming rate. They are so necessary that if one day they disappeared, humanity would have a very serious problem. However, there are some that […]

We like to talk about all the products that we can use to have plants in perfect health. Although with chemicals or minerals you have to follow a series of rules to avoid problems, they are very useful when our pots or our garden is being affected by pests. However, the natural ones are very effective in preventing […]

When we grow plants from time to time throughout their lives we will have to treat them against pests. Although there are many home and natural remedies that we can use to end the problem, the reality is that sometimes we have no choice but to opt for chemical insecticides. These products, if not used properly, […]

Bromeliads are plants of tropical and subtropical origin that live in humid forests where temperatures are always above 0 degrees. For this reason, in temperate regions they are considered “indoor plants”, since if they were grown outside the house, they would most likely not survive… or maybe they would? Since plants have surprised me a lot over […]

Plants are very interesting beings: decorative, useful, with a more or less easy maintenance (depending on the species)… But, in addition, there are some that are allelopathic. What does that mean? Well, they produce one or more biochemical compounds that influence the growth, survival or reproduction of other plant beings. It is interesting then to know what allelopathy is , since […]

The aphid is one of the pests that most affect plants, both indoors and outdoors. And it is that, no matter how protected we have them, in the end one always sneaks in… or several. Although it does not cause very serious damage, it is very important to have its population controlled since it greatly weakens our pots. To […]

Potatoes are one of the tubers that we most like to have in the kitchen. Whether fried or boiled, sliced ​​or diced, its flavor is exquisite. But did you know that there are many varieties? Among them are the Monalisa or the Spunta, although without a doubt the most demanded is the sour potato . Would you like to know […]

Although at first glance it may seem otherwise, plants and animals are very similar in many ways. They, from the first moment they germinate, must grow, develop, flourish and bear fruit to give way to a new generation. During the process, they also have to fight against each other to be able to capture as much sunlight as […]

If you like plants, surely you want to have or already have some inside the house, right? The truth is that they give a lot of life, in addition to allowing us to breathe much cleaner air. However, regardless of how much experience we have, we can make mistakes with its cultivation . How to avoid it? For that, I […]

The persimmon or kaki, whose scientific name is Diospyros kaki , is a fruit tree native to Southeast Asia that produces delicious fruits. It is also very decorative, as its normally green leaves turn a beautiful red-orange color in the fall before being blown away by the wind. For all these reasons, it is one of the most cultivated […]