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The living hedges they have always been of great use to humans. Whether for protection or to reduce noise, they are a very important figure in gardens around the world. In nature we can see natural hedges, which are known as country hedges, where a great variety of plants and animals coexist in the shelter […]

Carnivorous plants with a very curious type of plants, because their roots find so few nutrients in the soil that their leaves have evolved to become deadly traps for any insect (or small rodent) that sits on one of them. We all more or less know the Venus flytrap (Dioneia muscipula), which closes its traps […]

Author: Xosema All plants are useful for some animal, since they are all part of the great family called biodiversity or better known as nature. But it is also true that there are some plant species that, rather than avoiding them, we advise that you inform yourself well about them to avoid scares. That is […]

The shrubs or small trees known as hibiscus or China rosewhose scientific name is Hibiscus rosa-chinensisThey are plants with beautiful and showy flowers that range from red to white, through orange, pink and bicolor (white with a red center, for example). Its ornamentality also lies in its leaves, which are quite large, dark green, and […]

As a tree considered a living fossil it is very possible that you know Ginkgo bilobaBut, although it appeared on Earth long before the dinosaurs, today’s protagonist is likely to top the list of these magnificent and hardy species. Its scientific name is wollemia nobilisand a fossil was found whose age was close to 200 […]

Our Caesalpinia are bushes or saplings ideal for small gardens that rarely exceed 6 meters in height. They have very ornamental flowers and leaves very similar to that of the flamboyant (Delonix direction). In fact, in some regions they are known as the “false flamboyant”. The genus includes more than 100 species distributed in tropical […]

Have you ever thought about having potted trees? If you don’t have a garden, but you do have a patio or terrace that you want to give it a “green touch”, having a potted tree is not something crazy. Although due to the dimensions that they reach once adults, it is very important to give […]

In the hot and tropical regions of the entire planet we can find a genus of climbing plants It stands out mainly for its adult size and rapid growth. In fact, one of them, the Entered gigas which is endemic to the rainforests and rainforests of South America, can grow up to 500 meters Tall. […]

If you want to add color to your garden or green space, you can plant one of those colorful trees that year after year renew their foliage and they give us a range of shades. Usually it is Trees of feeble leaves that in the cold season they become thin and anorexic but the good […]

In nature there are two very similar trees, but with different climatic conditions. Both are popularly known as “Golden Rain”, and it is not that they make it rain gold, but their flowers grouped in clusters that hang down from the tree, are very reminiscent of the yellow color of the sun. And for many […]

In Madagascar we can find one of the most beautiful palm trees that inhabit the planet: the Deeply shiningor better known as Areca o Yellow palm tree. It is a palm tree that we have seen in tropical gardens for many years., and also in numerous homes. It has a fast growth, but it adapts […]

Not sure which plants to place in the home entrance? Whether this entrance is outside or inside the house, there are a number of very interesting plants that you can put, especially indoors. Today we are going to name you the best known, such as the Spathyphyllum that can be seen in the photo above. […]

When design a garden is especially important choose trees that are the right size for the site where we want to plant it; that is, we have to know what adult size it will be, and whether or not its roots are aggressive. Unfortunately, it is very common to hear people say that they have […]

Plants, even if they are indoors, can unfortunately also be affected by numerous plagues and diseasesespecially if the defenses of the plant itself are low or if it does not receive the necessary care. That is why it is very important to know what growing conditions each species needs, and try to provide them to […]

Little by little, the most flowering season of the year is coming to an end, and the warmest time of the year is already beginning to be noticed. The temperatures, both maximum and minimum, begin to rise and many plants, such as the geraniums in the photo above, flourish thus giving joy to the garden […]

The castles They are plants that grow as trees or as shrubs in all the cool climates of the world. Its leaves and its bearing are very elegant, something that has always attracted numerous garden designers and plant lovers. The Japanese maple (Maple palmate) or the silver mapleSugar syrup) are two of the species that we […]

Previously we saw the plant known as Desert spring, which supports very high warm temperatures and where the drought is prolonged. Well, today we are going to introduce you to three plants that support very extreme climates … but not hot, but cold. Every winter its habitat is covered with snowand the temperatures the rest of […]

The bamboo It is a plant that could be considered a living fossil, since it was one of the first types of plants to appear on Earth, after mosses and algae did. It is very useful for the manufacture of fishing rods to furniture, including bags even covered. It has been distributed practically throughout the […]

A few days ago we were talking about covering trails and roads with resistant species that can remain in good condition throughout the year and then the ajuga emerged as a successful option. It is a ideal plant to decorate the garden due to the characteristics of its leaves as well as its strength in […]

Sometimes we wonder if it can be sown in summer. The temperature is usually high, but incredible as it may seem, you can grow seedlings all year round, including now in the warmest season. There are many plants that need to feel warm in order to germinate and grow. Numerous horticultural plants, perennial or annual […]

The Iron treewhose scientific name is peach parrotsIt is a majestic tree that can measure about 12 meters high, with a crown of up to 6 meters. It tolerates pruning quite well, being able to form it as a shrub or let it grow in height. This makes it an ideal plant for both large […]

It usually happens that, at the time of design a garden, we have land only for plants that can be in the sun all day like the vivacious plants like the carnations (top photo) or the dimorfoteca; and hopefully we have a little corner for shade plants. Then the question arises as to »what plants […]

In the nurseries we can find great variety of plantsboth indoors and outdoors. But how can we know where to place them? Although in these garden centers there is usually a greenhouse for tropical plants (indoor) and the others are outside, sometimes we can find some that have it protected and it should not be; […]

If you live in a very windy place or have a large garden you can think about cultivate grasses. It is an ideal family of plants in these cases as they cover large surfaces and thus offer a great frame to the garden, differentiating spaces and areas. This family is one of the most important […]

The ficus has become one of the most popular trees on the market, perhaps because it is so undemanding. It can be seen in gardens, balconies and terraces, it develops and extends during the spring and summer but in the autumn and winter it is noble because its leaves remain almost intact to withstand inclement […]

When summer looms, it is common for grooms to give jasmine to their girlfriends, something very common considering that the flowers are romantic and have a soft but penetrating aroma. The jasmine is one of the most popular plants in the world Although it is not easy to have it at home because the flowers […]

Have you ever heard of the China cedar? Its scientific name is Toona sinensis (or also Cedrela sinensis). It is a magnificent tree native to Asia (China, Korea, Japan) that grows to an approximate height of about 8 meters. And, although we can only enjoy its magnificent autumn colors (top photo) in cold climatic zones […]

They are beautiful and showy plants that have only one point against them: it is seasonal plants that are reborn every year and then wait for the sunset until the following season. Our annual plants They are those plants that only last a few months and when the cold season approaches they die so they […]

When design a garden facing the sea We often have doubts about which plants can live in these conditions, that is, which ones can withstand saline winds, sandy soil and warm temperatures in the case of living in a tropical climate. We will solve all these doubts today, in this article, by making a selection […]

Although the title may be wrong, since the Kalanchoe They are very popular plants in gardens and collections around the world, their medicinal properties are not so well known. Most of us see these crass plants, which have no thorns, as very decorative little plants that are very easy to care for regardless of the […]

We are used to seeing soaring palm trees that adorn our parks and gardens. Although they are very ornamental, we can hardly keep them in a pot for many years. However, there are species that are suitable to live in these conditions due to their slow growth or their thin trunk. Unfortunately, there are not […]

The genus of trees brachychiton It is increasingly used in gardening due to its great ornamental beauty and its drought resistance. It comprises about 30 species native to the Australian continent. Although most are evergreen, we can also find some deciduous. They can grow to a height of 10m, have a trunk thickness of up […]

Have you ever been in the situation where you had too many seeds to sow and you didn’t have enough pots, but yes seedbeds? Yes? Well look, there are already two of us. Although tree seeds are ideally sown in forest seedbeds or in individual pots, horticultural seedbeds can also serve us. In addition to […]

Today we will talk about something very curious: how plants can recover on their ownand with what. It will surely surprise you, as it is a drug that is usually present in many homes. And it is that, we must not forget that all medicines (or practically all) are extracted from plants. They are our […]

Have you ever wondered how these gorgeous showy flower bushes are cared for popularly known as azalea? If you would like to have one in your garden, but you do not know what care it needs, we will tell you everything in this article. They are very ornamental shrubs that tolerate pruning well, and therefore […]

The Coral Treewhose scientific name is Erythrina caffraIt is an ideal tree to give a tropical touch to gardens with frosts down to -4º. With its beautiful orange flowers, in addition to its usefulness as plant for shade, make this species a very good option to have in your home. So if you want to […]

In August-September there are many plants that begin to prepare for the autumn that is to come. However, there are many other plants that choose to flourish precisely on these dates and in autumn. They are known as late flowering plants. If you are going to celebrate a special event, or simply would like to […]

sarracenia rubra Our carnivorous plants They are a type of plants that more easily attract attention, both adults and children. Some, like the Dionea, have mouth-shaped traps with “teeth”; others, such as Sarracenia, have modified leaves that grow in a “tube” shape; others, like the Nepenthes, have nevertheless chosen to grow a jug on the […]

Some trees stand out for their color, others for their morphology and there are also those specimens that become the focus of attention at some time of the year, when they bloom and transform the landscape with their hues, the color of their fruits and their magnificent flowers. Nature has been generous and that is […]

The lotuswhose scientific name is Nelumbo nucifera, is an aquatic plant whose flowers are of extraordinary beauty. And the mere fact that they can be kept in pots (buckets, ponds, …) only increases the ornamentality of this plant, don’t you think? If you want to know how to germinate and later have a lotus in […]

Plants and humans have always been closely linked. In fact, without the fruit they bear, the human species would not have been able to get to where it is today. But neither do the plants. In fact, there are those who say that in a way they use us so that their seeds reach other […]

Furious orange maple trees that form a dreamlike tunnel, oriental cherry trees that transform the landscape of Japan with their magic, Jacaranda trees that stain the streets of South Africa in violet, historical and ancient ancient trees … Many of them are unique in the world and that is why they are the most beautiful […]

The aloe vera is one of world’s most popular healing plants, used for heal wounds, reduce inflammation and many other things. This plant is also known as Aloe Vera, Aloe Vera, Barbados Aloe, or Curacao Aloe and it is common to find it in parts of Africa, Asia and also in Spain. It grows wild […]

Our protagonist today is the black bambooa beautiful plant native to the Asian continent whose stems are black. Its scientific name is Phyllostachys nigra. It can grow to an approximate height of eight meters, and its canes a thickness of 20cm. And, like all bamboos, it grows very fast as long as conditions are favorable. […]