Complete data sheet of the Desert Rose

It is probably the most popular caudiciform succulent plant. The Desert Rose is a shrub native to Africa that produces trumpet-shaped flowers of very lively and cheerful flowers.. Although its growth rate is very slow, this makes it an ideal plant to have in a pot for many years, even throughout its life. However, its […]

How to prune climbing roses in your garden in a simple way

Pruning roses ensures that plants grow vigorously and flourish well every year, since if left unattended, the climbing roses can become a tangled mess of branches with very few flowers and although often considered complicated, pruning roses is not difficult if you follow this guide. This method is suitable for climbing roses, sometimes being difficult […]

How is the Kalanchoe cared for?

Kalanchoe daigremontiana Kalanchoe are non-cactaceous succulent plants widely cultivated in all warm-temperate regions of the world.. They have an incalculable ornamental value, due to the shape and size they acquire, as well as the beauty of their flowers. Its cultivation and maintenance is relatively simple, so much so that if you do not have much […]

7 outdoor plants you didn’t know bloom all year round

You probably want to do that your garden look much more colorfulbut you don’t know how to start so what you need are plants that add life to your garden. However, the plants you plant in your garden may not flower during certain times of the year. That is why in this article we are […]

Thanks to Kokedamas you can grow plants without a pot

Decorating a house may seem like a complicated task for many, as they believe that expensive furniture and ornaments are needed and the having to hire a professional decorator to achieve an incredible finish on your property. However this is not entirely truesince there are many alternatives and techniques you can use to make your […]

Varieties of Japanese maples | Gardening On

Native to East Asia, Japanese maples are trees that have made millions of people fall in love. The elegance of their leaves, dyed red or orange during autumn, as well as the bearing they acquire as they grow, have made them the plants of the moment. But which one to choose? There are different varieties […]

Moon planting calendar to know what to plant in each phase

The cycles of the moon have been influencing farmers that are part of different cultures and that have been developing around the world for centuries. And while science has not yet fully understood how sowing works according to a lunar calendaranecdotal evidence has shown this to be true and offers excellent results. The study of […]

The best aromatic plants to grow indoors

Aromatic plants, as their name suggests, give off a very pleasant aroma through the pores of their leaves. They are often used to season, and they grow so fast that you can remove the stems you need without having to wait long for it to produce new ones. Because of its smell and easy cultivation, […]

Know everything about Aloe ferox

The aloe ferox It is such a beautiful plant and so easy to care for that having it in the garden or on the patio is a real pleasure for the eyes. It reaches two meters in height, so that can be had in any corner. But not only that, but it, like the rest […]

6 Common Toxic Plants in Homes

Nature is magnificent. Overflowing with life, with color, and emitting wonderful sounds that transport you to a very distant past, when human beings had not yet colonized the planet. Plants, those beings that allow us to breathe that have been living here for millions of years, have developed different survival strategies, some of which are […]

Socratea exorrhiza, a curious tropical palm tree

Image – Wikimedia Commons / David J. Stang The palm family is very large: there are more than 3000 accepted species distributed, mainly in the temperate and tropical regions of the world. Most consist of a single stem or stipe and a crown of leaves, but there are some, like the Socrates exorrhizawhich also has […]

Borage Growing Guide | Gardening On

Borage is one of those herbaceous plants that are worth having in the garden: its cultivation is very simplebut not only that, but with very little maintenance we can take advantage of its interesting properties throughout the season. To achieve this, the first thing to do is acquire seeds in spring, which is the best […]

Gorse, a shrub that gives color to the garden

If you are looking for a plant that gives color to the garden and also does not need much care, get one or more specimens of gorse. This is a beautiful little shrub that does not exceed 2 meters in height and produces such a quantity of flowers that its stems remain hidden throughout the […]

Know the secrets of sarsaparilla

In the fields and wastelands of Europe we can find a plant that looks so much like the blackberry, that it is known as sarsaparilla or Moorish bramble. It is a very fast growing climbing shrub which is often seen growing and developing on the trunks of trees and other plant beings. It produces cylindrical […]

Characteristics and care of the Pteris fern

Ferns are plants with very peculiar characteristics: some look like palm trees with their trunk and fronds, and others, most of them, grow to a height of no more than 40cm. There are some, the Pteris, that are very decorative, since they develop in such a way that it can be said that they are […]

Ideal care and some types of indoor flowers

There are people who like to have flowers indoors or in work offices. This practice of introducing plants indoors is something that is being seen more and more. This is because plants improve our quality of life. They offer us better air, cleaner, fresher, they offer us some stability in the midst of our busy […]

Native plants versus non-native plants for your garden

Plants of all kinds exist in the environment. Native species They are those that grow, develop and reproduce in a territory. That is to say, they originate from the place where they develop or grow, which have not been introduced by man from parts other than the place where they are found. It is sometimes […]

Lesser maple, an easy-growing tree

The minor maple it is one of the few maples that grow naturally in the Iberian Peninsula and in the north of the Balearic Islands. Unlike the vast majority of species in the genus, it is not very demanding on the soil, and it resists high temperatures quite well. For all these reasons, we consider […]

Origin of the Venus flytrap

Dionaea muscipula As if it were a whim of nature, one day certain plants undertook a path that would end up turning them into carnivores. Yes, yes, in plant beings that feed on insects and protozoa. No other types of plants do that, so it is very interesting to know the origin of the Venus […]

Campsis radicans, a very easy-care climber

The Campsis radicansknown by the common name Trumpet Creeper, It is a very fast growing plant with such beautiful flowers that it can be used to cover pergolas, walls or walls. But not only that, but it also supports pruning very well, so it can also be potted and placed next to a small lattice […]

What environmental conditions are favorable for lichens?

In ecosystems there are numerous relationships between plants and animals. There are also interactions between themselves, with bacteria, fungi and other living things. Everything is related through a complex balance. Lichens also need these relationships in order to live. In fact, lichens are organisms that are the result of the symbiosis between a fungus and […]

What are the properties of rosemary?

Rosemary is a plant of Mediterranean origin that adapts to almost everything: in the pot or in the garden; in the sun or semi-shadow. It is also very resistant to pests and diseases, so taking care of it is a real wonder. But it must also be said that it can take care of us, […]

Selection of plants for fences

One of the most important parts of the garden is the hedge. Without it, we could not have privacy nor could we divide the different sections of our green space. And for this, shrubs, especially evergreen ones, are essential. But What are the most suitable fence plants? trees Normally the trees are recommended to be […]

Yeast, algae and fungus, together for the survival of lichens

As we saw in a previous post about lichens, they need certain environmental conditions to be able to survive well and reproduce properly until colonizing the territory. A lichen is the result of a symbiotic relationship between an alga and a fungus. However, scientists, after so many years studying lichens, have found a new discovery: […]

What care does hornbeam require?

Hornbeam is a deciduous tree that, at 30 meters high, is perfect to have in large gardens and enjoy its shade during the summer. But, What care does this beautiful plant require to look healthy? If you want to know everything you need to become a majestic specimen, then I am going to tell you […]

Decorate your low-maintenance garden with Dasylirion

Dasylirion acrotriche var. parryanum Do you live in an area where rainfall is very low? If so, this plant interests you. It belongs to the genus Dasylirion and is very resistant to drought and intense sun. In fact, in order to grow well, it must be planted in an area where it is directly exposed […]

Tricks to germinate seeds | Gardening On

Seeing plants begin their life is a wonderful experience that no one should miss. But, even before germinating, plant beings have to break a barrier: that of the seed itself. Just as a chick has to be strong to create a hatch that protected and nurtured it while it was a developing bird, plants must […]

Pruning of aromatic plants | Gardening On

One of the most important care that we must provide to our aromatic plants is pruning. If we didn’t, they would end up growing very ungainly, and they wouldn’t produce as many leaves as we would be interested in. With this in mind, when you finish reading this article you will know everything about the […]

Cretan Ebony, a precious garden shrub

If you plan to have a garden that you have to take care of the least, you may be interested in having plants that resist drought and high summer temperatures. One of the best options are those that live in the Mediterranean region, such as the Cretan Ebony. This is an ideal shrub for xero-gardens: […]

Know which are the ornamental trees that can grow in shade

You don’t need to have a garden that needs to be heated during the course of the day in the sun, just to manage to grow some ornamental treessince choosing to choose small ornamental trees that grow in a shady area is one of the best options and the best thing is that there is […]

Discover the Archontophoenix maxima palm tree

Image – Davesgarden.com The Archontophoenix genus of palm trees is characterized by having a very thin trunk, barely 30-35cm thick and very tall, crowned with a few long pinnate leaves of a beautiful green color. But if we talk about the Archontophoenix maximathe older sister, can reach 25 meters in height. Despite its adult size, […]

Copernicia, a very elegant palm tree

C. alba in the habitat It is a palm tree native to South America and the Caribbean that little by little we are seeing more in the gardens that enjoy a mild climate all year round. It belongs to the botanical genus copernicusand is one of the members of the Arecaceae family with the most […]

Tips to take care of plants and that they are growing healthy

There are people who seem to be communicate with the plantsthey know everything about them and they take care of them perfectlyJust by having a pot and a seed they make a beautiful plant appear, it begins to grow, bloom and turn green, in just days. However other people on the contrary do not know […]

If you like lilies, learn to plant them this spring

The Azucena it is a very showy plant that has spectacular flowersthis plant being very special, since when dusk arrives its flowers disappear and others appear. This is a plant that remove their withered flowers and it replaces them with new flowers and the best thing is that it does this work by itself, thus […]

Why are Peperomia difficult to maintain?

Our Peperomia They are plants that look great in homes. There are a total of 1160 species, and all of them are very different from each other. In nurseries we find a great variety, so choosing one is not always easy. But What care do they require? Their appearance seems to indicate that they are […]

Common cypress, the most adaptable conifer

If there is a conifer that can be had in all types of gardens, be they large or small, that is the common cypress. It is one of those plants that you can see in the green spaces of the cities, and also near the sea. Withstands drought, temperatures over 35 degrees Celsius, and pollution […]

What happens if the seeds we want to plant get wet?

Even the best gardeners, those who they have been in the field for yearsthey can go through negative effects of leaving the seeds out in the open inadvertently and that they get wet or it may even happen that the seeds have fallen into a puddle or getting wet from the rain. Most people throw […]

Beautify your garden with a Bridal Wreath

And, I do not mean the typical and, incidentally, precious crown that women who are about to marry sometimes wear, but a beautiful bush whose species is Spiraea cantoniensis already known by the name of Bride’s crown or Spiraea of ​​Japan. It reaches a height of 1 or 2 meters, so looks great as a […]

Elephant foot, the most decorative and resistant plant

Image – Plants rescue The elephant’s foot yucca is one of the most cultivated plants both indoors and outdoors. It is very elegant and requires little maintenance. As it has a non-invasive root system, it is perfect to place in those delicate corners such as the entrance to the home; It even looks great near […]

5 plants without flowers for garden or pot

Plants without flowers are, although it may seem to the contrary, a marvel. Due to their stems or trunks and their leaves, they are species that are very well in the gardens, even if it is full of precious petals. In addition, gymnosperms They are the first to appear on Earth, long before the dinosaurs did […]

Tips and care for wall vines

The best choice for decorate the walls and walls naturally is placing vines, these are very simple plants to care for and plant, you just have to take into account some basic care that does not take long and in a few months you will have your entire wall full of these beautiful decorative plants. […]

Frangipani Plant Care | Gardening On

The Frangipani or Plumeria It is a plant that produces really beautiful flowers, with very cheerful colors and a very pleasant aroma. Although it can grow as a shrub or small tree 2-3 meters high, it is also usually grown in large pots either in patios or even indoors. However, it has a small problem: […]

Ginger Growing Guide | Gardening On

If you like the spicy flavor you cannot stop trying the ginger in a restaurant or, better yet, at home, picking the root from your own garden. Its cultivation is simple, since it is very adaptable and resistant, in addition to having a fairly fast growth rate. In addition, it has multiple uses, both in […]

Red-leaved beech, a magnificent tree for the garden

Image – Treeseedonline.com If there’s one cool-weather tree that has purple leaves that’s really impressive, that’s the one. Red leaf beech. Its scientific name is Fagus sylvatica ‘Atropurpurea’and it is an exceptional one to have in a garden. It does not require much careAlthough if the weather is not suitable, I can tell you that […]

Discover the palm tree Carpoxylon macrospermum

Image – HTBG.com Whether you are a collector of palms as if, simply, they attract your attention, the one that I am going to present to you now will surely leave you with your mouth open. Its scientific name is Carpoxylon macrospermum and, although it is not yet well known, it can be found in […]

Put a stop to the pests that can attack your fig

The figs or Ficus carica They belong to the Moraceae family, which includes more than 1.000 species. It’s known that figs have been cultivated for thousands of years thanks to the remains that have been found in Neolithic excavations dating back to 5.000 BC and despite their ancient history, they are not exempt from many […]

What to sow in April

Arugula seedbed With the arrival of the month of April in the Northern Hemisphere, spring settles in each of the living beings that are there, causing the trees to fill with leaves, the field to turn green and the seeds begin to germinate. The temperatures are the most suitable. The sun is still mild, so […]

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