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Plants, especially the youngest ones, are very vulnerable to fungal infections. And it is that when we realize that they are sick, which is when the symptoms appear, in general these microorganisms have already had time to colonize all their parts, from inside the vessels that are in the stems and roots. Of all the […]

As in the animal world and in the plant world there are many categories, groups and species, in that of microorganisms too. Specifically, bacteria have a very remarkable edge for their various benefits: Cyanobacteria. They are usually related to algae and marine and aquatic plants of bluish and greenish tones. These organisms have been of […]

Within the plants that we know there are several types. Terrestrial plants that do not produce seeds, but do so by means of spores are known as pteridophytes. These are more primitive vascular plants that have developed since ancient times and that today we know as ferns, although the group also has other plants such […]

The pear tree is one of the most appreciated fruit trees, not for its ornamental value, but rather for the amount of fruit it can produce. But if we have to find some inconvenience, something that makes us doubt whether to cultivate it or not, it would be pests. He is very vulnerable to some […]

Plants make our day, they keep us busy and, in addition, as time goes by we gain experience in their cultivation. However, it is undoubtedly very interesting to have some inside the house, since they will help us to give more life to the house. However, multiple indoor growing mistakes are commonespecially at the beginning […]

We often think that plants are independent, that if they have light, water and soil they will be fine. Nothing could be further from the truth. In any forest, jungle, or even in the soil of the garden, there are microorganisms that, to a large extent, determine whether or not they can have access to […]

The horse manure It is one of the best fertilizers that we can find today so that our plants grow healthy and strong. It has many properties, and its price on the market is really attractive (a 45-liter bag can cost around 7 euros). So we no longer have an excuse to fertilize our pots […]

As beautiful and relaxing as it may be to enjoy a neat and tidy garden, it requires a lot of dedication. Apart from watering and mowing the lawn, you also have to take care of the individual plants, even the trees. It is advisable to cut small branches of these large plants with some regularity. […]

The dracaena or dracaena marginata is one of the most talked about plants when recommending some that can be kept in rooms with little light, or to give as a gift to someone who does not have much experience taking care of pots. And this has its reason: It is very adaptable, and very easy […]

Have you seen a movie or a series in which they have garden torches to illuminate at night? Have you fallen in love with them? Then you are lucky because they can be bought. But which are the best? What should you take into account to buy them? Here we offer you a buying guide […]

Native to Southeast Asia, the pickle It is a very tasty vegetable in Germany, where it is common to eat it canned and combined with vinegar and spices to achieve that typical bittersweet flavor. To know how to grow pickles, you have to know the characteristics of this crop and some of the environmental conditions […]

Do you like plants but don’t have a hand for them? Or do you just don’t have time to take care of them? There are many people who due to lack of skill or time cannot have vegetables at home to decorate their home. Fortunately we can currently find a large selection of large artificial […]

Rose bushes are lovely flowering plants, but they often fall prey to a wide variety of insects that feed on them. For this reason, when they are cultivated, we must try to give them the care they need, since although They cannot be completely protected by just taking care of them, but it does help […]

Are you looking for aluminum stairs and have you found that there are many on the market? It is something usual; the problem is that if you don’t know too much about them, you may buy something that doesn’t really meet your expectations. Therefore, we are going to change that result and for this we […]

Have you ever wondered why botanical gardens were created? They are not merely decorative. These are herbaria that house various species of plants in order to carry out studies and research in different areas. If you don’t know what a herbarium is, I recommend that you keep reading. The world of botany is vast and […]

Image – Flickr / Katja Schulz Plants do everything they can to resist insects that reach the pest dimension, and of course also so that fungi, bacteria and viruses do not get to the inside of their vessels (of which it could be said that they are quite similar to our veins). But sadly, they […]

We are used to the pests in the garden being insects. Let’s not forget that rodents also cause serious damage to our crops. In this case we are going to talk about the plagues of rats and mice. Rats and mice have their own life and feeding cycle that can cause damage to plantations and […]

When we are planting in the garden it is common to find various insects that gradually become pests. These insects can interfere with the growth of our plants. Many people don’t know how to remove vermin from the soil of plants and in the end they end up losing their crops. There are some easy […]

cut down trees it is a task that must be done at the most appropriate time so that it can grant positive and not negative effects. For this reason, it is important to take care of the technique and the time of year in which we carry out the felling or pruning of trees to […]

Scissors are one of the tools that those of us who have plants use the most. Even if we only have one or two, they will be very useful for cutting off withered flowers and dry leaves. But without proper maintenance in the end we will have to dispose of them. How to avoid it? […]

Orange trees are one of the most cultivated and consumed citrus fruits in the world, and if you have a specimen in your garden, you have to know how to water it. The orange tree irrigation it needs some fundamental aspects to be done correctly. Water is essential for its efficient development and, most importantly, […]

Fruit trees are one of the most appreciated, not only by those who are dedicated to the production of these, but also as a decoration or to have a small plantation with your own food (and thus not have to buy it. But, Do you know how to plant fruit trees? When it comes to […]

You may have ever heard the word cardamom. This refers to neither more nor less than three different plants, although only two are the most popular and, therefore, the best known and most cultivated. Even so, it is very interesting to know all of them, because although their main use is culinary, all three can […]

Among the favorite plants to decorate our home are geraniums. Although this group contains more than 250 different species, only a few are used for their great ornamental value. However, all of them can suffer from various pathologies that we must know how to recognize in order to treat them in time. For this reason, […]

A strawberry stolon. In the world of gardening and botany there are various types of concepts that are unknown to many and others as well known to others. Often we can know what we are driving but we do not know its name or the function it fulfills for the plant or the rest of […]

Watering the garden or cleaning the car can be much less tiring than we imagine. Thanks to the extendable hose, these tasks can be carried out comfortably and without complications. Generally, they are lighter than conventional ones and thanks to their ability to lengthen and shrink, their practicality when watering the garden and storing it […]

Today we are going to talk about an insect that is medium in size, which is well known throughout the world and which can help to control pests of other insects in crops. It’s about the praying mantis. It is an insect known throughout the world for the strange position that its front legs have […]

Having and caring for a bonsai is a challenge and at the same time something incredible. And it is that they are delicate, we are not going to deny it, but when you see that year after year it gets better, it gives you joy. So until you get big bonsai. However, Do you know […]

One of the essential requirements if we want to keep our home garden in good condition is to have an irrigation system installed. Many people don’t know how to install drip irrigation on a plotthis being one of the best options for it. Thanks to drip irrigation, others control the volume of water that each […]

Plants grow, some faster than others, but all do. This is something that cannot be avoided, since growth is part of life and also of survival because the older they are, the easier it will be for them to overcome the attack made by insects that quickly become pests. , as well as infections caused […]

The yellow pear tomato It is one of the varieties available in the market, this specifically was introduced in Europe many centuries ago, coming from Central America or perhaps South America. Consumers prefer it for its particular taste and for the touch of color it adds to meals and salads. Its yellow color is due […]

It is becoming more and more fashionable to have a well-kept garden or terrace with relaxation areas to enjoy alone or in company. Therefore, it is not surprising that the trend of buying bench-type swings has been increasing in recent years. This type of swing is known as a garden seesaw. and due to its […]

Among the most cultivated fruit trees is the lemon tree. We can not only find them in large orchards and fields, but also in gardens or even in patios. It is very practical to have fresh lemons on hand to use in the kitchen. Of course, these vegetables, like all of them, can suffer from […]

Before, and even now in some towns, the doors of the houses did not have a lock. They were open because people trusted each other. However, this did not last long and when security was important the door lock became essential. Are you looking for one that is safe, good, and above all that will […]

Surely you already know that there are many beneficial bacteria for various ecosystems. As well, Rhizobiums are one of those “good bacteria.” Thanks to them, many plants, such as legumes, can grow and develop in soils that lack an essential nutrient: nitrogen. Due to the help of Rhizobium bacteria in fixing nitrogen, farmers benefit greatly […]

The wolf spider It is a very useful insect to take care of the pests of our crops. It is an animal with a short life cycle and has quite interesting qualities and abilities. They tend to run at high speeds and are very agile. Contrary to popular belief, they can help take care of […]

One of the most versatile crops that we find during the spring season is the spring onion. It is also known by the name of green onion and has some requirements that you must follow if you want good results. There seems to be some confusion about what a spring onion is. It may be […]

For cuttings and plants to grow healthy and strong roots, it is not enough to keep the substrate moist. We often buy fertilizers with the visible part in mind, that is, the leaves, stems and branches, but the root system must also have its own »compost». In fact, if the root health is not good, […]

With the arrival of heat, many people dream of having a swimming pool. The problem is that they are usually very expensive and difficult to maintain. In addition, they occupy an important space also in the coldest times of the year, when we do not use them. Nevertheless, there is a solution to all these […]

As many of you already know, there are different methods of multiplying a vegetable. A rather curious one is the graft. With this technique we can get several species to sprout from the same plant, as long as they belong to the same genus, of course. It is a good option for some fruit trees, […]

The habanero pepper It is among the most important spices globally, which is due to the great culinary versatility that it offers when used in the kitchen, either in order to season and / or as an accompaniment to numerous foods, since it has a powerful flavor. The habanero pepper, scientifically known as Capsicum chinense […]

The interior decoration will be done on numerous occasions with lush plants that have large green leaves. One of the most used plants for this is the robust ficus. It is a plant widely used indoors, not only for its huge, deep green leaves, but it is also one of the easiest to care for […]

Today we are going to talk about a type of parasitic plant that usually appears annually and can affect crops. It is common in areas with a temperate climate and is usually more abundant in the spring season. It’s about the dodder. It is a plant that has various curiosities and a behavior when it […]

The artichoke, as you know, and if not we will tell you, is a crop that can last you several years (between 2 and 4). For this reason, the pruning of the artichoke becomes one of the most important care that exists. But what should you know about him? How should it be done? In […]

Chicken manure or better known as chicken manure is one of the components that has a natural origin and that has the greatest number of nutrients. A fertilizer with a high organic matter content is very useful to fertilize plants and chicken manure is one of the best known fertilizers. Chicken manure can be used […]

Humans are not the only living things that produce hormones. Also animals and plants have this ability. One of the most famous and widely used plant hormones is ethylene, whose applications are various. If you want to know more about this plant hormone, I recommend that you continue reading this article. We will talk about […]

If you have a small garden, enough for fruit trees, the most normal thing is that you have some to enjoy freshly picked food from the tree. If one of them is an apple tree, knowing what are the diseases of the apple tree, both in its trunk and in the leaves and fruits can […]

All plants expend enormous energy during the production of their flowers. Why? Because it will depend, not only that another generation may exist, but also the very survival of each of the species that inhabit the planet. Some are simpler than others, but most of them have a structure known as stamen. This is part […]

The curly parsley, Parsley crispum var. curlyis one of the two main cultivated parsley, along with flat parsley. Native to southern Europe or western Asia, these two types of parsley are biennial herbs that are often grown as annuals. Curly parsley is about a foot tall. Its green stems are ribbed and branched. It is […]

As surprising as it may be, plants have their own hormones. These are necessary for its proper development. Among them are gibberellins, mainly responsible for the growth of vegetables. Apart from their importance for plants, gibberellins also They have several beneficial uses when handling fruits and vegetables. If you want to know more about these […]