DIY Gardens

Before thinking about the care we should have with carnivorous plants, we must know how these types of plants are divided. Carnivorous plants are divided into those with a tropical climate, which are more difficult to grow because they need higher humidity and a warm temperature (Nephentes, Caphalotus, etc.), and those with non-tropical climates, which […]

Climbing plants, like vines or climbing shrubs they are more useful than many may think. There are more species than we imagine, and although the list is quite extensive, the most common species are: Dama de noche, Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Passionflower, Celestina, Climbing rose, Virgin vine, Ipomea, Tecomaria, among others. Climbing plants are the result of […]

Since ancient times, man has used water in gardens. In ancient Egypt, for example, Pharaoh Ramses III had lakes built to keep different aquatic species like lilies or water lilies. Similarly, in Europe, water and aquatic plants played a major role, especially in the classical French gardens of the XNUMXth century and in the English […]

Our aquatic plantsThey are those that need a large amount of water in their roots to live, so we generally find these plants living and adorning ponds and water gardens. Aquatic plants, in addition to decorating, have other, diverse and important functions in ponds: they reduce algae, since they constantly oxygenate the water, prevent the […]

When you have a lot of land, you have to make a labyrinth. In the center you can put a fountain, a picnic area … or a tree. Decorative, mysterious, … they serve to entertain the youngest, but also the adults. There are many botanical gardens that take advantage of the interest that we all […]

Aquatic plants, in addition to being used to decorate and beautify our ponds and gardens, have other functions, diverse and important in ponds: they reduce algae, since they constantly oxygenate the water, prevent the water from overheating, that is, they allow They maintain the temperature and serve as a shelter for small fish. These types […]

Aquatic plants, also called hydrophytic or hydrophytic plants or also called hydrophilic or hygrophytes, are plants that, as we already know, are adapted to very humid or aquatic environments. They are plants that need a large amount of it in their roots to live, so we generally find these plants living in ponds and water […]

If we want to have a garden inside our houseIt is important to know which indoor plant is most suitable for each of the places in our home. Some plants, for example, may require more light than others, so placing it in its proper place will receive adequate light, heat and humidity so that it […]

The rose busheslike other types of plants are very sensitive to diseases and pests. For this reason, many people who have grown rose bushes in their gardens must spray their roses quite frequently. Below we will show you some of the most frequent pests that can be found in the rose bushes: Aphid: aphids are […]

Others will most common types of pests and diseases that can be found in the rose bushes are the following: Snails and Slugs: it is important to learn to distinguish between these two types of pests, snails differ from slugs by their shell or shell, slugs have naked bodies. These types of pests feed on […]

As we saw earlier, the bulbous plants are those that are grown, as the name implies, using bulbous plants that can be bulbs, corms, tuberous roots and rhizomes. Both bulbs, corms, tuberous roots and rhizomes grow underground and serve to accumulate the necessary nutrients to later manufacture the leaves and help the development of the […]

To cultivate this type of succulent plants It is important to take into account certain factors such as light and temperature, so that the plant develops and flourishes (if it is the case) correctly. Today we bring you two of the most important factors to consider when growing cacti and succulents: The light: Succulent plants […]

Vertical gardens are generous when it comes to giving beauty. They are increasingly present in cities, transforming the urban landscape thanks to the high visual impact they bring with their green tones. There are specific plants for vertical gardens that are chosen for various reasons, from the ability to generate contrasts to their colors and […]

Like any plant, succulents and cacti can be planted in pots and transplanted from the ground to the pot or vice versa. The reasons why we make this change can be diverse, for example: if the plant is very large and no longer fits in that pot or container, if the roots have begun to […]

As we saw previously, like any plant, the succulents and cacti They can be planted in pots and transplanted from the ground to the pot or vice versa. The reason why we make this change can be due to various factors, such as if the plant is very large and no longer fits in that […]

Opt for the multiplication of succulent plantswhere we include cacti, it is not only important to have a garden full of these wonderful and beautiful plants but also because it is a way to do it easier and cheaper. To do so we must take into account that there are 5 possible methods. These are […]

The african violet (Saintpaulia) is the most cultivated indoor plant in the world, and it is not surprising, since it adapts almost without difficulty to the conditions of our homes. It is also easy to produce, therefore easy to find. In spite of everything, the African violet is not exactly a plant for beginners since […]

In April, with the arrival of warm temperatures, it is also time to plant new crops: This month we have the fennel and melonamong others, although we are going to focus on these two. Here are some tips so that everything goes as well as possible. Fennel It is a plant that interferes with the […]

Yesterday we saw some details about the fennel and melon seed plantingtoday we will continue to see more, but this time it is about some beautiful flowers that will happily adorn our garden. Before starting you should know that these seeds are planted from the beginning to the middle of April. Amaranthus paniculatus It is […]

As we have seen previously, opt for the multiplication of succulent plantswhere we include cacti, it is not only important to have a garden full of these wonderful and beautiful plants but also because it is a way to do it easier and cheaper. To do so we must take into account that there are […]

The leaves of the korean maple (Acer pseudosieboldianum) are rounded and have a texture very similar to that of the Japanese maple (Acer nipponicum). During spring, its large buds and young branches are covered with a slightly sticky white flower. As it grows, it goes through different stages. After the white flower appear leaves covered […]

Although it is still cold we have almost nothing left to get back to spring, and what better way to start it than by planting plants whose flowers are colorful and exotic? Today we show you 4 exotic flowers that you can incorporate into your garden this spring. catharanthus roseus (Also known as Pink vinca) […]

We have already seen some methods of multiplication of succulent plants and cacti such as the seed method and cuttings method. Today, we will talk about another of the most used methods when it comes to multiplying succulents, I am talking about cactus graft. But, first of all, what is a graft? Grafting consists of […]

As we saw previously, there are different methods of multiplication of succulent plants and cacti such as the seed method and cuttings method. Another of the most used methods is the cactus graft. Yesterday, we mentioned some of the characteristics of grafting and why we use it as a way to multiply our succulent plants […]

As we have seen in previous posts, the graft It is one of the most used forms for multiplication of succulent plants and cacti. It is for this reason that today we have brought you the steps we must follow to perform a cactus graft. Step 1: one week before grafting, it is important that […]

As many of you know, trees have been with us since long before we were born, and many of them will still be alive the day we die. The advantages and benefits of trees they are known to many and used by large numbers of people. We can find fruit trees, ornamental trees, in nature, […]

As we mentioned before, trees have been with us since long before we were born, and many of them will even be alive the day we die. These living beings, in addition to being beautiful and setting the gardens very well, offer us various benefits and advantages. We can find fruit trees, ornamental trees in […]

As we have seen previously, there are some factors that we must take into account when planting a tree in our garden. In addition to taking care of the irrigation and avoiding generating puddles so that the rotting of the roots and later the death of the plant does not occur, we have to make […]

Our inside plants they always give a pleasant, decorative and unique touch in our home, however, their needs for light and humidity make it difficult for us to choose the most suitable place for them. Today we recommend an indoor plant for each space in your home. Ficus: For the living room We can find […]

As we have seen in other posts, pruning It is a practice that we should not stop doing at any time in the life of our tree. From the beginning of its days, we must start practicing training pruning, while once it is developed we must prune it to keep its branches and crown in […]

When we talk about transplant a treeWe are talking about extracting a tree or shrub from the ground and planting it in another place, be it a pot or another place such as a garden to a park, or from a pot to the ground. But, before talking about the transplant process, let’s see some […]

As we have seen previously, though the trees offer us a million benefits, from the shade they produce to the production of food for daily consumption, they can also generate some problems that require immediate attention and care. This is why today we bring you some problems that can occur with tree rootsPay close attention […]

To be successful in the plant growingvegetables and vegetables in our garden it is important that we know and improve the soil. It is for this reason that today we bring you the ideal characteristics that the soil should have for the cultivation of our plants. Deep: to improve the deep soil, perhaps due to […]

As we have already mentioned in other posts, one of the advantages of having vegetable and fruit crops inside a greenhouse it is the manipulation that we can have with the weather. We can recreate humid, tropical and dry spaces within one place. In this way, we can have ddifferent climates inside a greenhouse: Cold […]

Our seeds that should be planted in summer are not too many, in addition, they require a little more skill on the part of the gardener. However today we have some basic tips What to give you for the time of sowing Do not miss them !. Before starting, it is recommended to tamp the […]

Passionflower is a climbing plant that grows indoors with the help of a trellis. The most common species (such as the Passiflora caerulea) can reach up to 5 meters in height. The flower of the passionflower is commonly known as the “passion flower”, in reference to the Passion of Christ, due to the shape and […]

Palm trees are exceptional plants that can be planted in gardens, patios and even inside our homes. Our potted palm trees They require more attention and care than those that are cultivated in the land and abroad. We must be much more careful with watering, with compost, with the humidity they receive, with the pot […]

As we mentioned before, palm trees are exceptional plants that can be planted both in gardens, as patios and even inside our houses. Potted palms require more attention and care than those grown in the ground and outdoors. We must be much more careful with watering, with compost, with the humidity they receive, with the […]

Al grow palm treesIn addition to taking into account the space where we are going to plant them, the type of soil and drainage it has, and the irrigation and type of water with which we irrigate, it is important that we take into account the correct time to plant. Keep in mind that, if […]

In the previous post, we started teaching you the proper way to plant your palm tree. Pay close attention to the following steps that you must take so that the palm tree grows strong and its roots grip perfectly the new place where you planted it. Once you have removed the soil from the hole […]

When we decide plant our palm trees outsideEither in our garden or on the outskirts of our house it is important that we take into account the irrigation and fertilization of these plants, since by ensuring that they have a good amount of water and nutrients we will be ensuring their development and correct growth. […]

As we mentioned before, there are two very important factors that we must take into account when plant our palm trees outside, we are talking about irrigation and subscriber. In the previous post we talked a little about irrigation and the precautions that we must take regarding the amount that we provide to our plant. […]

In addition to the light, the climate, the soil, the irrigation, and other factors that we saw in the previous post, when choosing our climbing plant It is important that we also take into account the type of decoration that we have, the use that we will give to the plants and the amount of […]

With the arrival of March we will find a great variety of indoor seeds To start sowing, they also come with good news for beginners and that is that most of these species are very easy to care for. Eggplant «Hansel» It is a variety of miniature aubergine, very tender and sweet in taste, not […]

By having climbing plants or vines, we can choose to 4 different ways of pruning: pruning for formation, cleaning, flowering and rejuvenation. The first type of pruning is formation pruningwhich should be done when planting the vine. Instead of letting the climbing plant grow freely and uncontrollably, by pruning it we can make it grow […]

As we saw previously, it is important to carry out the transplant procedureespecially if, for example, the creeper is in the way, if we want to place another plant in its place, if we have to carry out some kind of work in that place, etc. Instead of cutting the plant and throwing it away, […]

The sowing seeds It can be done in different ways, although generally the most recommended and the most used is to do it through seedbeds, which can be specific or simply be any type of container for growing. The specific containers to make seedlings, can be flowerpots, yogurt containers, trays, basins, among others. The seedbeds […]

Surely at some point in your life you have been given a flower bouquets. This is one of the most classic gifts that women give us and it is perfect to get us out of trouble when we do not know what to give another woman. Unfortunately, no matter how beautiful they are, they usually […]

As you probably already know, cacti are plants that can be perfectly beautiful indoors or outdoors. In addition to this feature, there is also a great variety of species from which to choose, so that you can decorate the garden or the house, as we see fit. However, before choosing and locating them it is […]

If you are one of those who likes to walk through the fields and observe the plants, it is very likely that you have noticed how some plants like lthe sunflowers, they are always looking towards the sun, in search of the light and its rays. Although they cannot move from the ground, during the […]