DIY Gardens

During the warmer months of the year there is a lot to do. Plants grow at a good rate, and many of them flower and even bear fruit. To be able to develop need a constant supply of water and regular inputs of compostin addition to being protected against pests and microorganisms that cause diseases. […]

The Broussonetia papyrifera It usually reaches a height of up to 15 meters and is characterized by the different shapes that its leaves present. This tree is commonly used since ancient times for the paper making and manufacturing. It is also known by the name of Paper mulberry or Turkish mulberrybeing originally from the Asian […]

When you think of a fruit tree, the most normal thing is that the first thing that comes to mind is that you need a garden to plant it, or a lot of space to have it. But the truth is that the vast majority of them can be planted in a pot. Such is […]

It may seem like a lie, but very little is known about the Mazus reptans or better known as creeping maze. However, we have compiled some interesting and useful information about this plant in this article. By knowing more about the Mazus reptansmost likely you want to grow this plant in your garden and / […]

The brown It is one of the most cultivated fruit trees in all temperate regions of the world: not only for its fruit, which is delicious, but also for its ornamental value and rusticity. As if that were not enough, it is one of those plants that, as they grow, provide a pleasant shade, something […]

Do you like peaches? If you answered yes, you may like the nectarinesince it is better to chew . But, do you want to know its origin and the care it needs to bear fruit? The tree that produces them is rather small, so it is ideal for growing in gardens with little space or […]

Although today we can find synthetic products that will help us keep pests under control and make plants grow relatively well, we cannot forget that if we misuse them, what we will achieve will be to damage the environment. For this reason, it is highly recommended to bet on nature and take care of the […]

The Bromeliaceae They form a family of plants that we love to have both indoors and in gardens, especially tropical or subtropical ones. They form rosettes of leaves of such cheerful and beautiful colors that it is impossible not to want to stop to look at them. Known as bromeliads, it is estimated that there […]

It is in all female and hermaphrodite flowers. Sometimes it rises proudly on the petals, other times it seems to want to hide between the stamens. Its color varies greatly depending on the plant species, however, its basic shape does not change. The pistil is one (another, rather) masterpiece of nature, thanks to which evolution […]

When we want to start growing the odd plant, they will most likely recommend using universal substrate, a type of soil that will allow the vast majority of species to grow and develop correctly. But Do you know what the universal substrate is for? If the answer is no, don’t worry. After reading this article […]

There are many types of vegetables, and one of the most curious is known as the Chinese potato. It is produced by a plant in the pumpkin family, and it is very easy to grow. In addition, it has a mild flavor, very easy to eat as the pulp is generally soft. Do you want […]

In the field of gardening and agriculture, using the capillarity of water as a property is quite interesting. It is a property that has water that allows it to be distributed in spaces of a very small size and end in all places. Done right, you can employ a system of capillary irrigation both in […]

Plants, in addition to the watering and light they need to grow, also need some extras to nourish themselves. We are talking about liquid fertilizer for plants, or solid, or in capsules. Now, which is the best on the market? Are they all valid for all types of plants? What to look for when you […]

Image – Wikimedia Commons / Cleomarlo There are several horticultural plants that, for one reason or another, as they grow must be trained so that they do not fall under their own weight, or that need to have some part protected from direct sun to bleach and, thus, have a better flavor to time to […]

As we know, agriculture is the set of techniques and procedures that are used to cultivate the land in order to produce food. These foods have a plant origin such as fruits, vegetables, greens, cereals, among others. Carrying the land has become an art there are different types of agriculture according to their characteristics and […]

Acer pseudoplatanus Botany is a fascinating science. Thanks to it we will be able to know all the secrets of plants, and I am not only referring to their characteristics visible to the naked eye, but we can also go deeper and see them, for example, through a microscope. Thus, little by little the researchers […]

Have you heard of blue corn? In Latin America it is quite common, but in the rest of the world… it is very difficult to find it. Despite that, its cultivation is very simple; not in vain, they are produced by the same species zea mays. This is a very fast growing herb that loves […]

Imagine that you are on your terrace, sitting in an armchair and peacefully reading a book. You get thirsty and go for a glass of lemonade. You sit down and… are you going to have one hand for the glass and the other for the book? Surely not, so you will want to leave the […]

Arugula is an annual herb belonging to the Brasicaceae family, also called Crucifers. The scientific name of this vegetable is Eruca vesicaria Cavanilles, but it is also known as eruga, caterpillar, arugula, rocket or jamarguillo. Despite being native to western Asia and southern Europe, This plant has become world famous for its many culinary uses. […]

It is a mistake to think that plants only need water to be healthy; Even the carnivorous ones – which are one of those that never have to be fertilized since their roots would burn if they did not have traps that would attract insects, they would not be able to live only with the […]

Image – Mybageecha.com To control the pests that can affect our beloved plants, several things can be done: use synthetic (chemical) or natural remedies. Both are very useful, but with the first you have to be very careful since, in addition to being quite dangerous for us, they are also dangerous for the environment. For […]

The term stipe In botany it has several meanings, which means that it is used to refer to a specific part of different types of plants. This part can be the trunk or pseudo-trunk in some cases, an inflorescence in others, … it is even used to call a structure of the largest algae. Consequently, […]

The quince is a fruit tree that, although it is not as common as others (citrus, for example), it is a plant that is interesting to know because, in addition to producing edible fruits, these are also medicinal. In addition, it adds ornamental value to the garden, not only for its size, but also for […]

Whether you have a small, medium or large garden, Surely it will be good for you to have a place where you can store gardening tools and other objects. You may think that it does not combine anything with your home, but the truth is that in the market you can find so many models […]

Do you want to know what are the diseases of the peach tree? I understand you! It is very sad to see this beautiful tree have a hard time, even if the problem that is affecting it seems slight. And it is that, seeing it healthy is, without a doubt, much better. But unfortunately it […]

Among the natural ecosystems that have great ecological importance and for the maintenance of biodiversity are wetlands. Every year the aim is to make the population aware of the need to be able to conserve these precious natural ecosystems. For this reason, the World Wetlands Day is celebrated every February 2. A wetland It is […]

The human being needs to supply the entire population with enough food. Much of this food comes from the earth by combining different procedures and knowledge that have been acquired over thousands of years. The objective of agriculture is to produce food of plant origin such as fruits, vegetables, cereals, vegetables, among others, combining all […]

The end of the year is coming, Santa Claus, Twelfth Night… and you still don’t know what to give yourself or give to a crazy-lover of gardening? It is normal. The truth is that the same thing happens to me too, always. I’m one of those who leave these things to the last minute. But […]

When we buy a plant we often think that it can be in that same pot for a long time, and even always, but this, my friends, is a mistake. If we let it stay in that same container for more months than it probably has already been, it is most likely that we will […]

Image – Flickr / Until and U Have you ever heard of the plantation frame? If your answer is no, don’t worry. Actually, it is very simple: it is nothing more than the distance that is left between one plant and another. Of course, it is very important to take this into account when designing […]

You like tomatoes? The truth is that whether they are in a salad or on toast, for example, they are delicious. But surely you are used to seeing, or maybe even growing, rather herbaceous plants. But what if I told you that there is a variety that is more of a tree? That is the […]

Today we are going to talk about a legume species that is well known and cultivated throughout the world. It is about the beans or beans. The scientific name is Phaseolus and it has other common names like beans, beans, and beans. It belongs to the legume family and comes from America. It is quite […]

Image – Wikimedia Commons Flowers are quite complex structures. They seem very simple to us, but if we stop for a moment to look at each of its parts, we will realize that reality, again, surpasses fiction. One of those parts that usually have many flowers is the perianthand it is the one that humans […]

Image – The garden of joy Plants throughout the year can be affected by a number of pests and other microorganisms that can cause diseases. To avoid this as much as possible, one of the things that can be done is treat them with suitable products before symptoms appear that can make us suspect that […]

Raising silkworms is quite an adventure. It is a growth process that begins from the hatching of the eggs to the formation of the moth. During this growth, the worm goes through various stages in which we can give it some care that will facilitate its development and the better formation of the moth later. […]

If you are a chestnut lover, you will surely look forward to the time when they hit the shops as “May water.” In fact, there are many who long for that moment to enjoy them. But what if we tell you that you can germinate chestnuts at home and thus have your own tree to […]

One way to have fresh vegetables all year round is through growing young shoots or microgreens. Just by sowing the seeds and waiting for them to have cotyledons (primitive leaves) or a couple of definitive leaves, we can prepare, for example, delicious and nutritious salads at any time of the year. In addition, it will […]

Plants of the Roseaceae family, known as RosaceaeThey are ones whose ornamental value is very, very high. In addition, there are many species that produce edible fruits and that, due to this, are cultivated in much of the world. With 90-130 genera, in which between 2000 and 2500 species are distributed, they are some of […]

Image – Wikimedia / CarlosVdeHabsburgo Both in the streets of our towns and cities, as well as in the gardens, around the trees and palm trees, a tree is practically always made in order to retain the water around the trunk. In this way, the roots can take advantage of it, and the person in […]

There are little whims and delicacies that we have from time to time and then there is the white truffle. It is probably one of the most expensive delicacies in the world. Its scientific name is Tuber magnamatum Peak and it is also known by the name of tartufo bianco. It is considered one of […]

Plants need to have a more or less constant supply of food to grow and stay alive, something that in nature is not usually a problem, since there is always organic matter decomposing and becoming compost. But when they are grown in pots, the fertilizer becomes one of the most important tasks that every gardener […]

With the arrival of good weather, it is also common for insects to appear and, without a doubt, one of the least wanted in our home is ants. For this reason, a good ant repellent can avoid unpleasant situations. Do you want to buy the best anti-ant on the market? And know what you should […]

The apiaceaeor Umbelliferae as they were called before, are herbaceous plants, sometimes shrubby, of great importance for human beings. There are many species that are grown for their roots or bulbs, and although the name of their family does not sound like anything to you, I am convinced that you have some in the kitchen […]

In school and institute I remember that every time I asked Why the plants are greenThey answered me almost always the same: because they have a pigment, chlorophyll, which gives them that color. And it is so, according to botanists. But … I’ve always had the question of knowing more, what about you? As well. […]

You have probably heard in the field of agriculture and gardening that many of the plants need a lot of organic material to be able to grow in good conditions. Organic matter is that which is chemically composed around carbon and its fundamental atoms. It constitutes the first layer of the soil and is composed […]

Imagine your garden. You have a small garden where you have planted some vegetables. And when you check, you find that they are chewed, there are holes and a small tail appears hidden by the bushes. Do you need rabbit repellents? If you do not want a rabbit to ruin your orchard or your gardenand […]

In this post I come to talk about how to raise chickens in a garden. I will comment some tips on how you should choose the chickens, how to feed them, know if they suffer from any disease, etc. If you are one of the people who has a garden at home and wants to […]

Cucurbits are fruits very widespread throughout the world and there are many varieties. You will find the pumpkin, watermelon, cucumbers and melonsall belonging to this family of creepers whose fruits are characterized by having abundant water, potassium, beta-carotene and micro vitamins. Once winter is beginning to wind down it is time to plan planting for […]

To start your pumpkin plantation what is necessary will be a good space and some seeds, since this is a vegetable which is really easy to grow and despite the fact that there are different types of pumpkins such as striped, green, orange, rounded, among others, all carry the same cultivation process. The most important […]

Do you need an insecticide for spider mites? I understand you! This is a very common parasite that affects practically any plant, whether or not it is outdoors. The discolored dots that appear on the leaves, as well as the fine cobwebs that it weaves between them, give it away. Fortunately, we have both chemical […]