Gardening Tips

There are many tall trees but some specimens stand out for their large dimensions.. They are found at specific points on the world map and set records for being the tallest trees in the world. Until not long ago, it was believed that the tallest tree in the world it was a red sequoia, better […]

The carob It is a product that is increasingly used in natural cuisine and if not long ago it was not highly regarded by the great chefs, today it is one of the basic ingredients of health-conscious gastronomy. Where it is most used is in the preparation of cookies: sweet, dark and with a flavor […]

Hedges are essential elements in many gardens: They help to have the different areas very different, to enjoy the place more without having to worry about unwanted glances, and even stop the windachieving that a great variety of plants can have an optimal growth and development. However, in order for them to fulfill their role […]

Normally, when we think of a bamboo, very tall canes, ten meters or more, which grow very fast, immediately come to mind. But, what if I told you that there is a very similar plant but that it always stays small, and that it can also be grown indoors? No, this is not a joke. […]

If you have seen a documentary about felines or the African continent, it is very possible that the tree where these animals protect themselves from the sun has caught your attention. In the savannah there are not many tree species, and the few that exist have great difficulty in getting to measure enough to provide […]

Our climbing plants They have been used for centuries to beautify gardens in all warm and temperate regions of the world. There are countless species and varieties, and they all have two things in common: their growth rate is quite fast, and they also tolerate pruning very well. However, not all grow well in all […]

These days, I am trying to cover my balcony so that the metal protection does not show. It is not something simple considering that it is a very large balcony, about ten meters long and almost three wide. Covering a balcony of this size with plants is not an easy task and that is why […]

There are few plants that can be had both as a tree and as a shrub: the eleagnus is one of them. Especially native to Asia, it is a plant that tolerates pruning so well that you can even have it in a pot throughout its life. In addition, it does not require special care, […]

The Juniper horizontal It is a conifer that is widely used in gardens, as a covering plant because its branches can reach a length of up to 3m. With a height of half a meter, we might think that these stems would break, but the truth is that they are very resistant. Still, gravity always […]

Many people enjoy scientific discoveries and today it is the turn to talk about the trees, their life cycles and their metabolism. A group of scientists from Austria, Finland and Hungary set out to study the tree behavior and discovered that they move during the night thus adapting to those hours of the day. The […]

Perhaps because they are easy to care for or because of a simple trend in decoration, the truth is that for some time now they cactus and succulents They have regained a leading place in the green environment and promise to stay for a long time. The simplest reason is to think that they do […]

The laurel It is a tree or large shrub that is highly appreciated for its resistance to drought and for the pleasant flavor that its leaves leave on dishes, such as in rice soup. In addition, it is a very ornamental plant, even being used to create fantastic hedges of different heights. However, sometimes we […]

From the south of the African continent some plants with delicate and very showy flowers arrive: the MesembryanthemumAlthough you may know them better by their other name, it is frosty. They are small creeping succulents that rarely exceed 20cm in height, with fleshy leaves. They live in hot and dry areas, so they are ideal […]

The shrubbery They are plants that can be used to define areas in the garden at the same time as it is beautified, or to have a spectacular patio or terrace. There are many species, but there are some that, due to their size, it is more advisable to have them planted in the ground, […]

It is a very elegant conifer. Its leaves are very similar to those of the Cupressus genus, which is why it is known by the name of false cypress, but its bearing is slightly different. We are talking about the Chamaecyparisbeautiful plants native to Asia and North America that will look great in both rustic […]

Image – Bunnik Plants The plant that I am going to talk to you about next is one of those that look very, very good in any corner of the home. I insist: on anyone. And no, I’m not telling you that it has a slow growth rate, that it does, but that it is […]

The cherry laurel, whose scientific name is Prunus laurocerassusis a plant that can be had both as an isolated tree or as a hedge, since supports pruning very well. It has small but very pretty flowers, white in color, which sprout in spring. It grows very fast, being one of the most demanded species to […]

Have a plant Aloe vera It is really interesting, not only because it is an attractive plant to look at, but because of its many virtues. Aloe Vera juice is very beneficial for health as it is a plant with great medicinal properties. It is also possible to pass the leaves over the body to […]

In a garden located in an area where rainfall is an unusual phenomenon, finding plants that are resistant and beautiful at the same time can be a very complicated task. However, the lavender essence It is an excellent option to have in such climates: not only does it resist drought, but also its lilac inflorescence […]

Image – Elblogdelatabla.com Viburnum lucidum is an ideal plant for create hedges of those that attract a lot of attention throughout the year: in spring its beautiful flowers will sprout from the plant making it look spectacular, in summer its fruits will ripen and in autumn its leaves will be dressed in their red dress. […]

Our palms They are very elegant plants, with an exotic appearance that beautify the gardens in a spectacular way. There are more than 3.000 different varieties, originating from warm and temperate regions around the globe. There are some very tall ones, such as those of the Ceroxylon genus, which can exceed 30m, and there are […]

One of the most popular plants on the market is the African violet as it is a species that adapts quickly to indoor environments and that is why it is a great alternative for those who live in flats without balconies or terraces. Moreover, the African violet flowers come in various hues For this reason, […]

What plants can be put in the corners where there is not enough light? The truth is that, although most grow in full sun, there are some that embellish those shady corners, growing without problems in them. They are often sold as houseplants, but Did you know that there are several that can withstand frost? […]

After spending a colorful spring, it’s time to welcome the warmest season of the year. In these next three months, the garden or terrace will have much more life if possible, and not only because we are going to enjoy its quiet corners, but also because plants are in full growing season. Now more than […]

Pedunculate meadow Lawn is a vegetal carpet that looks spectacular in gardens, but requires a lot of maintenance: mowing, fertilizing, watering … and, in addition, it always looks the same color: green. A good alternative to grass are upholstery plantsalso called ground covers, which are those that grow extending almost at ground level. Especially if […]

Among the most loved and hated indoor palms at the same time, there is one that is especially beautiful: the livistona rotundifolia. This plant, with open leaves as if it were a fan, is very decorative, and so much so that there are many of us who want to take it home and put them, […]

The fake jasmine It is one of the most interesting climbing plants to have in temperate climates: its easy cultivation and reproduction, in addition to its beautiful and elegant flowers, make it an ideal candidate to cover pergolas or lattices, and even to have in pots, since it tolerates very well pruned. This interesting plant […]

Nature often surprises us, and often leaves us speechless. As far as the world of plants is concerned, there are millions of species and some of them are really curious, such as the one known by the name of Doll eyes because of how similar its fruits are to the eyeballs that they put on […]

Do you live in a rather dry and hot climate and would you like to have a resistant plant? If so, I recommend the romerowhich is an aromatic plant with very pretty lilac-bluish flowers. In addition to withstanding drought and high temperatures, due to its height it can even be used as a low hedge. […]

We tend to think, not without reason, that banana trees are plants that live in tropical regions and that, therefore, they do not support any cold, not even mild frosts. But in reality there is one that you can have outside without having to worry about low temperatures, and that is the Muse Helen’s Hybrid. […]

This is a very popular tree in the interior of homes. And no wonder: its leaves are large and can be both one color (green) and several (green and yellow). Its growth rate is also slower than that of other species of the genus, so they can be kept for several years in a pot […]

There are several things you can do to perfume your home: buy scented candles, spray that smells good, or even, which is very advisable, put some plants of Balm. They do not grow much, so they can be kept in a pot throughout their life, and their leaves also smell like lemon. It is a […]

It is medium in size, looks spectacular in spring and provides interesting shade during summer. Your name? Robinia pseudoacaciaAlthough you may know it better by its other names, such as false acacia, white acacia, or bastard acacia. It grows very quickly, and, unlike other fast-growing plants, it is very long-lived, being able to live up […]

The Syrian hibiscus o Rosa de Syria is a shrub that brightens up the garden for a good part of the year. It is perfect both as a hedge and as a tree, since it can grow up to 3 meters in height. And its flowers … what about its flowers? They are elegant, with […]

One of the simplest plants of the vegetable kingdom is the alpidistraone of those species that we could say that grows alone. Although it needs some care, it is a very simple plant that can survive without much care. This plant is present in many homes not only for this quality but because it is […]

Iberis with spatulas When we look for small plants to have our balconies or terraces we often think of geraniums, carnations, or petunias, which are ideal for this purpose, but which are not the only ones. One of the most interesting is the Iberiswhich has flowers that stand out for being different, for being unique. […]

At a time when succulent plants are in fashion, today we are going to know the benefits of Crassula capitellaa very special plant that becomes a novelty for lovers of this plant group. Also known as Fire flame It is also famous for being considered a “succulent millionaire ”because it attracts money to the home. […]

The purslane is one of new gourmet plantsa delight rediscovered by French chefs that today refers to audacity and exclusivity. Although it is a simple creeping plantthe eyes have settled on this leafy vegetable that you can include in your garden crops so today we delve into its benefits to learn more about this plant […]

The Benjamin fig tree It is an evergreen tree that, as its name suggests, is small. But the truth is that it can mislead us, since it is still a Ficus, and these plants are characterized by being very large and, therefore, by needing a lot of space to grow. So, keeping this in mind, […]

The Baobab is one of those trees that attracts a lot of attention: its practically straight trunk, its size and elegance make it a very interesting plant that many want to grow in their homes or gardens. But it is not easy to get copies, since requires a warm frost-free climate to growand its growth […]

This is a plant that is not very well known yet. It is an evergreen shrub that can be potted since it grows only 1,5 meters. It has a rounded shape, which gives it a very compact, very small … but very elegant appearance. The Mahonia aquifoliumwhich is scientifically called, in the cold months it […]

Few shrubs are as beautiful and productive at the same time as our protagonist, who has many common names, among them Ciruelo Borde, Espino negro, or Sloe, although as a scientist he only has one, which is prunus spinosa. It grows to a height of 4 meters, so it can not only be kept in […]

The Bird of Paradise is a plant that draws a lot of attention for its curious flowers of very bright and cheerful colors. It is often planted in gardens with a warm climate without severe frosts, and it is also very popular in bright interiors. And is that not a demanding planteven though it may […]

For some it is a small tree, for others a simple bush. Halfway between one and the other the Escallonia beautify gardens no matter which group you belong to. Perhaps it is not so common to find them in Spain but in South America it is a very common tree, which grows in the Andes […]

When you have a small garden, you don’t necessarily have to give up having an ornamental tree; In fact, I do not recommend giving it up, since there are several species that do not grow very much that can look great in that corner of your home. Do you want to know what they are? […]

The japanese cherrywhose scientific name is Prunus serrulata, It is one of those trees that, when you see them once in images, going to a garden or a nursery, it remains in your memory. It is spectacular, especially when it is in flower. But the beauty increases when they tell you that it supports frost […]

If an evergreen shrub that is used to have in any corner (I repeat, in any), that is the common boxwood. It is very resistant, and can be pruned to form a hedge, or it can be allowed to grow as a small tree a meter and a half or two high. In addition, by […]

The Gayubaalso known by the names of Uva de Oso, Uva ursi or Creeping grape, is a shrub that can be found in the center and eastern half of the Iberian Peninsula, as well as in America and Asia. Its size makes it an interesting plant to have in a pot or in small gardens, […]

There are many plants that we see growing in the streets, and that later we also find them in the nurseries. One of them is the Genistwhich has very vivid and striking yellow flowers, and can grow in practically all types of soils, even stony ones. It is specially adapted to living in areas where […]

The Pinus pinaster It is one of the conifers that can be found naturally in any part of Spain, Portugal, France, Italy or Morocco. It is one of the pines that best adapts to the environmental conditions of these places, and it supports drought, sandy soils, high temperatures … in short, it is an interesting […]