Indoor ferns: care and types

What will the ferns have that we like so much? Its exoticism? Its easy maintenance? The truth is that I could not say. There are many varieties, and a good percentage of them can be grown indoors, so luckily for us it is possible to turn the home, or at least a part of it, […]

Indoor and outdoor Ficus care

Have you ever been tempted to buy a ficus and take it home? The genus is made up of trees, some of them epiphytes, which tend to reach considerable heights and have very long roots. That is why sometimes doubts arise as to whether or not they are good plants to have indoors. The truth […]

Care of the lemon pine, a conifer with yellowish leaves

Image – Wikimedia Commons / David J. Stang The lemon pine It is one of those conifers that look so good in any garden and is so easy to care for that many of us dare to buy one. However, problems can appear quickly when our beloved specimen receives more water than it needs, or […]

Ficus lyrata: care | Gardening On

Image – Wikimedia Commons / Forest & Kim Starr Do you like plants with a curious and original aspect? Then you sure know the fig lyrataor perhaps by its other names, ficus lira, fig pandurata or fiddle-leaf fig tree. This plant is unique in its appearance, but what do you know about the care of […]

Pruning at height: what it is, characteristics and types

Sometimes a conventional pruning cannot be done because the branches do not have access from the ground. For this there is the pruning in height. It is a specialty of tree pruning whose branches cannot be accessed from the ground due to their great height. In order to carry out this pruning, it is necessary […]

10 autumn trees for garden

When autumn comes, there are many trees that become beautiful. The green color that has dressed them during spring and summer, becomes yellow, orange, red … or one of its multiple shades, embellishing the landscape almost as much, or maybe even more, than the way flowers do in spring. The vast majority of them are […]

How To Make Indoor Plants Bloom

There are many plants that flower indoors, but often when we buy one it only does so for the first year. Afterwards, nothing. The most common is that it is dedicated to producing leaves and leaves, but not a single flower. Why? What are we doing wrong? The truth is that we do not always […]

Why does rosemary dry out? Causes and solutions

Rosemary is a shrubby plant characterized by its resistance to drought. Being originally from the Mediterranean region, the truth is that it has had no choice but to adapt to a very hot and dry summer, and an environmental humidity that remains high, above 50%, practically all year round. In addition to all this, it […]

Zamioculcas: care | Gardening On

Among the indoor plants that you can have at home, the zamioculcas are one of the most resistant and that you least have to take care of it. But the zamioculcas and their care are important. Therefore, if you are thinking of having a plant of this type, or you have just been given one […]

All the types of Monstera that you can use to decorate your home

Monstera is a much loved houseplant. Many of us have it on our favorites list for its easy cultivation and exotic beauty. But Did you know that there are different varieties? Without a doubt, the best known of them all is Monstera deliciousa plant that has large, glossy dark green leaves that will beautify any […]

All about colias: characteristics, care and more

Colei are truly exquisite plants, with colors that stand out from the typical homogeneity that green gives. The leaves are exultant and powerfully attract attentionso they are very interesting ornamental plants to have and combine with other species in the garden or with the furniture. The maintenance they require, however, can sometimes come as a […]

When do gardenias bloom | Gardening On

“Two gardenias for you, with them I mean, I love you …”, and that is the gardenias symbolize purity, sweetness and appreciation that we can feel for someone, just as he recited the song. But beyond the gardenias, if you have come to this article for something, it is to know not only when the […]

7 trees that you can have in your living room

Trees are not usually plants that are kept indoors, since it is very easy for their leaves to touch the ceiling over the years and for the branches to bend in an attempt to prevent that from happening. But the truth is that there are some species that can be pruned so they don’t grow […]

Why is the pumpkin associated with Halloween

Halloween It is just around the corner. Although in Spain it is not very celebrated, since it is more of an American party, it has more and more presence. But do you know why the pumpkin is the element of this holiday? If you want to know why then we are going to reveal those […]

Halloween plants | Gardening On

Halloween is one of the holidays that characterizes the month of October. In America, it is one of the most famous, and many plan to decorate their homes, gardens and exteriors with a “dark and gloomy” theme. But did you know that there halloween plants who can also help you? With minimal care, you could […]

10 types of ornamental grasses and care guide

If we have to say which plants grow the fastest, the answer would be this: herbs. But also, within this group we find a series of varieties with which it is possible to give the garden color and, also, movement: ornamental grasses. Although their pollen makes people who are allergic to sneeze when we pass […]

10 red leaf shrubs for gardens and terraces

Shrubs with red leaves are very useful to give special importance to an areasince red is a color that attracts all eyes. They are also usually pruning tolerant plants, which can be grown to the desired height almost effortlessly. And that’s not to mention that there are species that have showy flowers, which generally sprout […]

The hala fruit, the strangest in the world

Image – Wikimedia Commons / AntanO In the tropical jungles of the Pacific lives a tree that produces the strangest edible fruit in the world: when unopened, we could almost say that it resembles a brain; but when it opens, it gives the impression of being an exploding planet. The word hello fruit in English, […]

8 indoor plants for hallways

Hallways are great places to put plants. Believe me, when there are no more empty spaces in the other rooms, it’s time to fill the corridors, or at least give them some life. This is what happened to me just two months after I started decorating the home with some pots, and in the end […]

Chamaedorea: care | Gardening On

Image – Wikimedia Commons / David J. Stang Chamaedorea are palm trees that take up little space, which is why they can be kept in pots or in small gardens. In addition, they have very beautiful pinnate leaves, green or bluish in color, and their trunk is very thin, so much so that they look […]

How to plant jasmine | Gardening On

There are many species of jasmine, so some plants are suitable for growing in pots and indoors, while others will be better outdoors. Unless you enjoy a mild winter climate, jasmines are typically grown in pots to keep them frost-free in winter.as in a covered terrace or in the interiors of the houses. Jasmine is […]

When to plant lavender? | Gardening On

Lavender is a plant that can live with little water, and it also grows fast. It serves as a mosquito repellent, but also as an aromatic. For all this it is highly appreciated in the gardens, as well as in the patios converted into relaxation areas. But When to plant lavender in the ground or […]

How do you care for potted wisteria?

If the wisteria or wisteria is characterized in something, it is in being a large, very large climbing plant. Of all the ornamental vines that are marketed, she is one of the largest once she reaches adulthood.. And we are talking about that it can be 20 meters high if it has support, and extend […]

How to recover a dry hedge

How to recover a dry hedge? There are many ways to do it, but in order to act it is necessary to know the causes that cause the hedge to dry out. You can start to recover the hedge by pruning dead or diseased plants, watering them and feeding them regularly.. With a thick layer […]

7 types of coves and care

Image – Wikimedia Commons / Wikimedia Commons Calla lilies are magnificent flowers: large, fragrant, and easy to care for. Although the best known of all is the one produced by the species Zantedeschia ethiopicaThe truth is that there are others of which it is also interesting to talk, not in vain, there are 28 varieties, […]

How to prune a Ficus benjamina

Small-leaved ficus // Image – Wikimedia / David J. Stang One of the most common and easiest indoor plants to grow is the Benjamin fig tree. Its main advantage is having a thick crown of leaves, very decorative. Precisely for this reason, proper pruning allows the plant to rejuvenate and give it a better and […]

Hackberry care: characteristics and maintenance

One of the trees within the Cannabaceae family and the Celtis genus is the hackberry. It is a tree native to temperate zones that can be found on almost all continents. It is known by the common name of hackberry, but also by other names such as Latonero, Lodoño, Aligonero, Almecino, Lodón, Lidón and Lironero. […]

Duranta complete file: how it is, care and more

Duranta is a genus of shrubby plants that is often used as a hedge or barrierbut they are also beautiful if they are kept as isolated shrubs or grown in a pot. The reason? The clusters of lilac, blue or white flowers that sprout at the end of the branches, and that make any garden, […]

Ceropegia woodii: What is it, how to care for it and propagation

If you are looking for an indoor plant that is easy to maintain, a very good option is to opt for the Ceropegia woodii. It is a hanging plant that it is capable of reaching lengths of between two and four meters. Its peculiar little flowers that look like wax will not go unnoticed. Therefore, […]

How to water the poinsettia?

The poinsettia or poinsettia is the typical plant that we buy when Christmas approaches. Although its natural flowering time is in the spring, it is forced to do so earlier, in the fall / winter. So we can leave it for example in the dining room, a place where we are going to enjoy the […]

Ginkgo biloba care | Gardening On

Today we want to talk to you about a plant so old that it coexisted with the dinosaurs. And yes, it still continues. It is called the ancient tree, a living fossil that has managed to evolve and reach our times. The good thing is that we can have it in our home, both in […]

Learn about the 9 main species of cycads and their care

Image – Wikimedia / andy_king50 // Cycas bougainvilleana Although it seems the opposite, there are a few types of Cycas. This is a genus of primitive plants, which began their evolution in the Mesozoic, and which, although they have characteristics similar to those of palm trees, are not related to them. In fact, palms are […]

9 types of citronella | Gardening On

Image – By Raffi Kojian. Citronella is a plant that we use a lot, not so much to decorate (which too), but rather to repel mosquitoes. The aroma that its leaves give off is very strong for these insects, so they do not hesitate to turn around and move away from where they are. But […]

Potted gladioli: care | Gardening On

In the world there are many plants that we can have in pots. Some we will have inside the house, others on the balconies, terraces, patios … But all of them will need a series of care. Therefore, on this occasion, we want to focus on the potted gladioli, their care and everything you have […]

Heuchera: care and types | Gardening On

Image – Flickr / salchuiwt The heuchera is a herb that gives a lot of play in a garden, as well as in a patio. There are many varieties, and even more cultivars selected for the colors of their leaves, with which they can combine very well other plants and / or decorative elements. In […]

Perovskia atriplicifolia | Gardening On

Have you ever heard of the Perovskia atriplicifolia? Perhaps, if we give you the name of Russian sage, this plant sounds a little more familiar to you, but what is it like? What characteristics does it have? Next we are going to give you a guide so that you know what the Perovskia atriplicifoliaher care […]

Pyracantha: species, care and more

Pyracantha is a genus of plants that normally grow as small shrubs. They have very beautiful green leaves, so much so that when they produce their fruits, which are red, they contrast wonderfully with them. In addition, they are very resistant. You can prune them almost however you want, even work them as bonsai. By […]

All about pruning the poinsettia

Present at our Christmas tables, the poinsettiaAlso known as the poinsettia or christmas staris a native flower of Mexico, due to the appearance of its red or white star inflorescence during the winter months. It is a very beautiful and decorative flower thanks to its long red bracts, also available in other colors depending on […]

Rudbeckia: care | Gardening On

Each plant has a series of needs that must be covered. Most of them are very similar, especially if they come from the same place or continent, while others are more specific. Therefore, this time we want to talk to you about the rudbeckiathe care you need and what it is like. Do you know […]

10 tropical shade plants | Gardening On

The flora of the tropics is very special: it lives in places where humidity is always high, and where temperatures are generally mild, warmer the closer we get to the equator. Many of the plants that live in shade in the forests and rainforests of the world are grown indoors, although it is not always […]

Skimmia japonica: care | Gardening On

One of the rustic plants that you can find in any season of the year, quite easy to care for, is undoubtedly the Skimmia japonica. Her care is minimal and her presence increases in the face of Christmas because she is related to it. But what is Skimmia japonica? What care do you need? Next […]

+5 “magical” plants associated with witches

In the past, all tribes had a shaman, a druid who used plants to treat, and sometimes heal, conditions that afflicted loved ones, acquaintances, and strangers as well. Later, In Medieval Times, women who were called witches did the same, but with the difference that they had the bad luck of living in an environment […]

+15 types of Prunus for gardens and orchards

Prunus are a genus of trees and shrubs that are used both for decorating a garden and for gardening. There are a number of species that are frequently cultivated in temperate climate regions, as they resist low temperatures very well. In addition, its flowers are very beautiful: the vast majority of them are white, although […]

Christmas plants to have at home

With Christmas just around the corner, many homes are already decorated with the typical Christmas tree, the nativity scene … while in shops and florists the use of Christmas plants is something that is commonly seen. But, beyond the typical ones, such as holly or poinsettias, do you know that there are more Christmas plants […]

Chocolate mint (Mentha x piperita ‘Citrata’): cultivation and care

The chocolate mint scientifically known as Mentha x piperita ‘Citrate’ it is an interesting mint variety due to its true chocolate flavor. Used in confectionery, this plant is easy to grow and particularly hardy. It is a variety of mint whose leaves give off a subtle aroma of chocolate. It is a hardy and perennial […]

Dracunculus vulgaris: curious and beautiful Mediterranean plant

One of the most curious plants that attract our attention and at the same time we would like to have it as far away as possible is the Dracunculus vulgarisa plant, also known by other names such as Dragoncillo, Dragoneta, etc. This peculiar plant has certain characteristics that will attract your attention. It can be […]

White hydrangea: care | Gardening On

One of the most beautiful plants in the plant kingdom are hydrangeas, but, as you know, these can be of multiple colors. The white hydrangea is one of the most beautiful, which is not easily seen, since roses are usually the best known. But, if you want to have one white hydrangea, the care you […]

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