Bromeliad

How to grow bromeliads

Would you like to decorate your home with some great and beautiful tropical plants? If the answer is yes, go in and you will learn how to grow bromeliads.

Jasminum polyanthum

How to care for a jasmine plant

It is one of the most used climbing plants for gardens. Its scented white flowers are also precious. Find out how to care for a jasmine plant.

Fern frond

How to grow ferns

They are very beautiful plants that are used for decoration indoors, or in shady gardens. Enter to know how to grow ferns.

sage splendens

How to plant sage

It is one of the most cultivated herbaceous plants, due to the extraordinary beauty of its flowers and its easy maintenance. Learn how to plant sage.

Lapageria flowers

How to grow copihue at home

It is an evergreen climbing plant with very beautiful flowers that captivates millions of people around the world. Discover how to grow copihue at home.

Young coriander plants

How to sow coriander

It is a plant that is widely used in the kitchen to flavor dishes. Come in and I will explain to you how coriander is planted in a simple way.

Hotbed

Ideal substrate for seedbeds

What is the ideal substrate for seedlings? Not all plants will germinate in the same way in one type of substrate. Do not hesitate to enter and find out.

mentha spicata

How to sow peppermint

It is widely used to flavor well-known dishes, such as rice soup. But it is also an excellent garden plant. Find out how to plant peppermint.

Red bougainvillea

How to care for a bougainvillea

This amazing climbing shrub is very popular in warm climate gardens around the world. Enter and you will discover how to care for a bougainvillea.

Cycas revoluta in pot

When to water the Cycas?

They are considered living fossils, they already lived with the dinosaurs and still persist today. But do you know how often you have to water the Cycas?

Pink hydrangea

How to care for hydrangeas

Are you thinking of decorating your garden with beautiful flowers? Enter and you will learn how to care for hydrangeas. Some bushes that you will love.

Dracaena draco specimen

Do you know the Drago de Canarias?

The Drago de Canarias is one of the endemic plants that you can find in the Canary archipelago. Learn everything about how to have it perfect in your garden.

Massif of plants

Choosing your garden plants

To choose the plants in the garden you have to think about the whole space and select different types of plants.

Seeds

How to do the germination test on seeds

There is nothing like watching your plants germinate. In order to enjoy this experience, it is convenient to know how to do the germination test on the seeds.

Camellia sinensis, a suitable pot plant

How to grow the red tea plant

Who doesn't like to have tea in the morning? And who wouldn't want to know how to grow the red tea plant? Enter and discover how.

Orchid phototropism

What is phototropism

If your plants are growing in an exaggerated way towards some very bright light, that behavior is called phototropism. But what is it?

Sarracenia leucophylla

How to order the plants

Would you like to know how to order the plants? If you are a gardening lover, you end up with a lot of plants. Do you want to know how to have them?

Chamaedorea

Palm trees for bright rooms

Are you looking for palm trees for bright rooms? Enter and take note of our recommendations. They are easy to care for and very beautiful.

Parsley

How to care for parsley

Looking for tips on how to care for parsley? Did you just buy or have just been given one and don't know what to do with it? Enter and discover their cares.

Quercus

Curiosities about trees

They are plants that have been admired, we have protected ourselves from the sun under the shade of their leaves ... Do you want to know the curiosities about trees?

Lavender

How to plant lavender

If you've come this far to learn how to plant lavender, you've come to the right place. You will learn how to do it without complications.

Croton

Croton, a very popular plant

We will tell you what the croton is like and how to take care of this plant because it is a very sensitive species that you have to spend time on.

Jasminum multiflorum

Jasmine care

Our protagonist today is a very popular climber thanks to the pleasant aroma that her flowers exhale. Do you want to know the care of jasmine?

Potted trees

Trees to plant in pots

Due to their size and development, there are trees that can be planted in pots. Which ones are the best?

Calathea zebrina

The leaves of the Calathea

Calathea is a shrub-like perennial herbaceous plant widely cultivated for the beauty of its flowers, and its ease and maintenance.

Magnolia sieboldii

Magnolia, a tree of singular beauty

The Magnolia tree is a tree whose flowers have extraordinary beauty. It is a very ornamental and grateful plant ideal to decorate your garden.

Camellia japonica

Camellia care

Camellia is a shrub or small evergreen tree whose flowers are highly ornamental. Ideal to have in a pot, we teach you how to take care of it.

Cactus garden

Curiosities of succulents

Succulent plants attract the attention of millions of people around the world. Discover its most amazing secrets and curiosities.

Sundew ordensis

How are sundew cared for?

Sundew are a genus of carnivorous plants that attract the attention of millions of people around the world. We teach you how to take care of them.

sage splendens

Aromatic plants for the home

If you are looking for aromatic plants to have indoors, take a look at the selection of species that we have made for you.

tagetes

Garden allies to ward off insects

Spring is just around the corner, and the pesky pests will be back too. Fortunately, there are plants that will help you scare off insects.

Ficus benghalensis in habitat

The immense strangler fig

The strangler fig is a huge tree that covers several hectares. There are many who make social life under its shadow. We tell you more here.

Bromelia humiis, a very beautiful plant to have outside

The unique beauty of bromeliads

Bromeliads are very interesting plants of tropical origin to have indoors or in warm gardens. Learn how to take care of them and have them beautiful.

Aspidistra

Is it bad to sleep with plants?

It has long been said that it is bad to sleep with plants, as they absorb oxygen at night. But the truth is that they don't need as much as we do.

Leaves

Key points for plant survival

In cultivation there are several factors that influence and determine their survival, and it is necessary to take them into account to give them the necessary care.

Lantana

Sun resistant plants

We recommend some plants that are resistant to the sun so that then you can show them off even in summer.

Obese euphorbia

The exciting world of Euphorbia

Euphorbia are a very broad genus of plants, distributed throughout the world. Its cultivation and care is suitable for anyone who starts.

Aquatic plants

Types of aquatic plants

Today we will know the different types of aquatic plants in order to know which one to buy according to the pond we have at home.

Rhododendron

Shrubs for acid soils

There are many shrubs for acid soils. If you have a garden whose soil pH is between 4 and 6, and you don't know which ones to put, take a look.

Aeonium Tabulare

Passion for succulents

Succulent plants have captivated millions of people around the world as they are inexpensive, highly ornamental, and easy to care for.

Clematis

The best climbers for shady areas

There are some corners of the garden that we do not use. Fortunately, there are climbing plants for shady areas that are ideal for those areas.

Acorn

It's acorn season!

The acorns begin to ripen and it is time to collect them. If you don't know how to plant them or what material to use, don't worry, it's very easy.

Bee

Plants to attract bees

Bees are very beneficial insects for the garden, that is why it is recommended to put plants that attract them, especially to the garden.

Jasminum polyanthum

Selection of climbers for the well

If you have a well and want to give it a new life or decorate it to make it look different, we have selected for you climbing plants that are ideal for this purpose.

Acer saccharum seed

What is seed stratification?

Seed stratification is a very useful sowing method for those of us who want to germinate seeds from trees in colder climates.

Parthenocissu quinquefolia

The magnificent virgin vine

The virgin vine is a climbing shrub native to Asia and North America. Its deciduous leaves turn an intense red color in autumn.

Rose of jericho

The exotic Rose of Jericho

The Rose of Jericho is an exotic plant that shrinks when it does not receive water and spreads in humid conditions.

Sapium in autumn

Tallow tree (Sapium sebiferum)

The Tallow Tree, whose scientific name is Sapium sebiferum, is one of the few trees that can fall reasonably well in somewhat warm climates.

Cercis siliquastrum

Deciduous trees for clay soils

Are you looking for a deciduous tree for your garden? There are many that can live well on clay and / or calcareous soils. Here we show you some.

View of the Washingtonia filifera leaf

All about the Washingtonia

Washingtonia are very fast growing palms that adapt to all types of soils and climates. They are ideal for low maintenance gardens.

Polygala myrtifolia

Shrubs for dry climates

It is sometimes difficult to find ornamental shrubs for dry climates, but this is not always the case. We introduce you to three of them in this article.

Acer pseudoplatanus

The great False Banana

The False Banana is a huge tree that can reach a height of up to 30 meters. Ideal for large gardens, it is perfect as an isolated specimen.

Zen garden

Seed trees ... or purchased?

If you do not know whether to buy seeds or grown trees, we will tell you the advantages and disadvantages of both cases so that you can choose better.

Cyathea leaves

All about Cyathea

The genus Cyathea comprises some 460 species of bush ferns, of which only 2 can be found easily. We tell you everything here.

Phyllostachys nigra

Black bamboo

Black bamboo, a species from the Asian continent, is a beautiful plant with black stems which can be had in any corner of the garden.

Nelumbo nucifera

Planting lotuses in pots

In this article we tell you the step by step of how to have lotuses in pots. If you don't have a pond, don't worry: they can be in buckets without problems.

Sundew spatulata

Watering carnivorous plants

Carnivorous plants attract the attention of adults and children. They are very common in homes, but ... how are they watered? We tell you about it here.

Erythrina caffra

All about the Coral Tree

The Coral Tree, whose scientific name is Erythrina caffra, is a tree native to southern Africa that has earned its place in our gardens.

Azalea red flower

How to care for azaleas

The azalea is a shrub native to Asia that has become very popular in temperate gardens around the world. We tell you how to take care of azaleas in this article.

sequoia sempervirens

Plants that recover on their own

A group of researchers discovered that some plants emit an acid very similar to aspirin, which helps them get through difficult times.

Seeds

Planting trees in seedbeds

Today in this article we will tell you the step by step of planting trees in seedbeds, as well as some tricks for their correct future development.

Phoenix roubleni

What palm trees can be potted?

There are palm trees that are suitable to live in a pot, even to have inside the home. Here we introduce you to three of them ideal to have.

Kalanchoe daigremontiana

The Kalanchoe, that great unknown

Kalanchoe are well known and popular succulent plants in gardens and collections around the world. But not everyone knows about its medicinal properties.

Strelitzia reginae, a very curious flowering plant

Plants for gardens near the sea

We make a selection of numerous plants so that you can design your garden facing the sea. All of them will grow without problems in your garden.

toona sinensis

The precious Cedar of China

The Chinese Cedar, whose scientific name is Cedrela sinensis, is a tree about eight meters high which turns red in autumn.

Evergreen trees

Types of evergreens

Within evergreen trees there are two categories that are differentiated by the shape of the leaves.

Grasses

Grasses, a powerful plant family

Grasses are plants that belong to an important family and share the presence of long canes or cylindrical or elliptical stems from which the leaves are born.

dianthus japonicus

Sun loving plants

If you have a sunny garden, but you don't know which plants to put, we have made for you a selection of very ornamental sun-loving plants.

Osteospermum ecklonis

Seedbeds ... in summer?

Can you make seedbeds in summer? The answer is yes. In this article we will tell you about some plants that can be sown in the warmer season.

Imperial bamboo

Care and uses of bamboo

Bamboo is a very ornamental plant that grows very fast, ideal for gardens forming green clumps of yellow, green or black stems.

Alpine soldanella

Extreme cold plants

We can find plants in all corners of the planet, from the tropics to glaciers, where they have to endure extreme cold.

Acer palmatum

Selection of maples for your garden

Maple trees are trees or shrubs that grow all over the world. There are numerous species each more interesting; here we introduce you to four.

Fraxinus_excelsior

Be careful with the roots!

Before designing a garden it is important to know if the roots of the trees that we want to put are invasive to avoid unnecessary problems and expenses.

Spathiphyllum

Plants for the entrance of the house

The entrance of the house is usually a room with a lot of light, so there are a number of plants that you can place there to decorate it. We cite you some.

Dypsis_lutescens

Cultivation and care of the Areca

The Areca, whose scientific name is Dypsis lutescens, is one of the best known palm trees in the world, due to its high ornamental value.

Gold rain

Trees that make it rain gold

Both Cassia fistula and Laburnum are known as Golden Shower in reference to their magnificent yellow flowers. They are both very similar.

Pachira aquatica

Have potted trees

If you do not have a garden but you would like to have potted trees, you can have them without problems. With a series of tips your trees will grow without problems.

nerium oleander

Plants harmful to health

Among the ornamental plants we can find some that can be harmful to human and / or animal health. We present you some of them.

darlingtonia californica

Unknown carnivorous plants

Carnivorous plants are a type of plants that need to feed on insects to survive. There are three strangers that you should know.

Flower hedge

Uses of hedges

Hedges have always been part of the life of humans and other living beings. They are a very important figure in the garden as they protect us.

Gerbera

Plants to give to hospitalized loved ones

Sometimes we find ourselves in the situation of having a loved one admitted, and we do not know what plants we should give away. Here we give you 4 ideas that you will love.

Mimosa pudica

Botany Glossary for Beginners

On the plant cards we sometimes find words that we do not understand. That is why we have created this small botany glossary.

Azalea

Plant your indoor garden

The plants in the home give a lot of play, so much so that we can combine them in such a way to create a beautiful indoor garden in winter.

Thoughts

Pansies, winter flowers

Pansies are ideal plants for the garden because of their vibrant colors. Flowering occurs in winter making it a seasonal plant.

Pawlonia tomentosa

The Tree of Life Paulownia Tomentosa

An amazing tree is found in China. They call it the tree of life, and its scientific name is Paulownia tomentosa. It is very ornamental and very useful.

Dypsis decaryi

The beautiful triangular palm tree

The triangular palm, whose scientific name is Dypsis decaryi, is one of the most successful tropical-looking palms, as it can withstand frost.

Plants for rooms

Plants to have in rooms

There are some plants that are recommended to have in bedrooms because they consume little oxygen.

Wodyetia

Palm tree pruning

Palm tree pruning is essential, as if a dry leaf falls to the ground, it could cause damage. Here we give you tips for proper pruning.

Flowers

The first year of life of a Flamboyant

The first year of life of a tree is very complicated since there are pests that will not hesitate to complicate your life. Today we will see how a flamboyant is cared for.

Plants

What plants can I put under the trees?

Being able to have plants under the shade of the trees is something fabulous. They are generally shade or semi-shade plants that do well in these conditions.

Sarracenias Group

The pruning of the Sarracenias

Sarracenias, like most carnivorous plants, hibernate in winter, that is, their leaves dry out. Pruning is important to avoid fungus.

Trunk

A tree with the colors of the rainbow

In the tropics we find a majestic tree, whose trunk with the colors of the rainbow leaves no one indifferent. We are talking about the Eucalyptus of the rainbow.

tillandsia aeranthos

A carnation that lives on air

In the forests and mountains of South America, there is a very curious plant: the carnation of the air. A bromeliad that lives in the branches of trees.

Acacia tortilis adult

acacia tortilis

Acacia tortilis is a thorny tree that lives in desert areas of Africa and part of Asia. It is a very beautiful symbol of the savannah for garden.

Flowers

Purple acacia, a gorgeous garden tree

Do you have a small garden and you don't know which tree to put up? Purple Acacia is an ideal choice. Its purple leaves will make you fall in love, without a doubt.

dionea

Hibernation of carnivorous plants

With the arrival of the cold our carnivorous plants enter a state of hibernation. They will need less watering until the risk of frost is over.

Holly

Holly: a very Christmas tree

Christmas is already very close, and that is why we begin to see Christmas plants, such as holly. We explain its cultivation and care in this article.

Chestnut with seven legs

Exotic trees of Spain

Some trees in Spain attract attention because they are rare and original. This is the case of the chestnut tree with seven legs.

Algarrobo

The carob tree in the garden

The carob is a tree native to the Mediterranean. It is very grateful, resistant to drought, and it can become very ornamental.

Arbutus

A strawberry tree in the garden

The strawberry tree is an easy-care shrub that is worth having in the garden due to its intense foliage and its beautiful flowers and fruits.

Maidenhair fern

Shade plants to have in the garden

If you have a garden with little sun and shady areas, you can take into account these shade plants that will grow even without receiving the sun's rays.

Variegated leaves

Plant care with variegated leaves

There are numerous plants with variegated leaves that attract a lot of attention for their high ornamental value. They need peculiar care.

Sequoia

Giant sequoia - a majestic conifer

Information on the majestic Giant Sequoia, native to Northern California. With an approximate height of 100 meters, it leaves no one indifferent.

Lemon Tree

Have a lemon tree at home

The lemon tree is a beautiful tree to have in the garden for its aroma and beauty. In addition, it gives us delicious lemons during the season.

Tree

Trees and shrubs for terrace

If we do not have a garden and we want to have shrubs or a tree and we only have a patio, balcony or terrace, there are many species that we can choose from.

Nepenthes

Animal-friendly carnivorous plants

Information on the symbiotic relationship that some carnivorous plants and other animals and insects maintain in their natural habitat, in tropical forests.

Fern

How to get free plants?

Various ways to obtain plants at a great price, even for free. Explanation of the method of cuttings, seeds and plant division.

Anigozanthos manglesii

Meeting the flower Kangaroo Paws

Information about the genus Anigozanthos, better known as Kangaroo Paws for its curious flowers. Advice on its cultivation and maintenance.

chantieri

A curious plant, the Bat Flower

This peculiar plant is often found in nurseries. For this reason, this article talks about her, the Bat Flower, and about the care she needs.

Climbers

How do climbers hold?

Climbers grow on walls and pergolas from different grip systems that are important to know.

Tree

How can trees reproduce?

Explanation of the different methods of tree reproduction that exist today. Information on the method of always, cuttings and grafts.

Hazel

Plant a hazelnut tree

Hazel is a very nice and colorful tree that you can have in your garden. It does not require great care although it is important to know some secrets when planting it.

Sarracenia

Reproduction of carnivorous plants

Guide on how to reproduce carnivorous plants. Information on the reproduction of seeds, cuttings and division. Explanation of how they are made.

Eliator Begonia

The world of Begonias

The plants that are more easily in a home are the Begonias. These are classified into three large groups.

Wallflower

Collect flower seeds II

We will learn to collect seeds of the Calendula, the Cosmos, the Wallflower and the Bluebird. They are seasonal flower seeds.

sedum palmeri

Succulent plants

Sedum Palmeri, Suaveonlens, Aenium Arboreum, Tradescantia Navicularis and Sedum Praealtum are ideal succulent plants for gardens and for pots.

marigold

Collect flower seeds

To continue enjoying the seasonal plants every year we must collect the seeds. This article talks about collecting some seeds.

Sanseviera

Plants that support the lack of light

There are plants that support the lack of light and that are ideal for rooms with these characteristics. These are the Potos, Fern, Fitonia and Sanseviera.

Calathea

Calatea care

Calatea is a beautiful plant that has very showy flowers. They are indoor plants that require minimal care.

clivia

Clivia care

Clivia is an ideal indoor plant for low-light, cool and well-ventilated places. It shows off some beautiful bell-shaped flowers.

Lithops

Living stones

There is a type of cactus that we can confuse with stones, these are known as living stones. They are actually cacti, they are called Lithops.

Adam's rib

Adam's rib

Adam's rib is a plant that requires little care. It is ideal for indoors in bright places.

Beautiful by day

Convolvulus and its care

Convolvulus are plants with very pretty little flowers. They comprise 200 species of plants. We will comment on some.

Passionate

Trees for small gardens I

In small gardens, space is very limited and trees are needed to match. Passionflower, Hibiscus and Camellia are ideal for these gardens.

Coleo

Coleus care

Coleus is a class of plant that includes many varieties. Its multiplication is simple and it is a very showy houseplant.

Juicy

Succulents in the garden

Succulents are perfect for people with little time to spend on plants. They are also ideal for gardens, vertical or horizontal.

Bromeliad

Bromeliad care

Bromeliads are tropical plants that require basic care so that their life in western countries is very long.

Nuts

Walnuts of the Walnut

Walnut is of great importance among the trees because all of it is usable. Nuts, leaves and wood are widely used.

Dried laurel

Aromatic plants drying

Description of the techniques for drying medicinal or aromatic plants for use in infusions or in food.

Palms

Decorate your garden with palm trees

Palm trees are very special plants since they provide an exotic environment where we use them: gardens, patios, terraces or interiors. Learn about its shapes, the great variety in species and places of origin as well as its many uses when decorating your garden.

Mr. Diego

Plants that bloom at night

Nocturnal plants are those that bloom at night thanks to the existence of nocturnal pollinators. An example is the Dondiego.

Petunia

Surfinia or Petunia?

Surfinias are hybrids of Petunias. This article knows the differences and similarities between the two.

Inside plants

How to take care of your indoor plants

One of the main reasons why indoor plants live for a short time is usually the degree of humidity in the environment. Come on, other factors help plants to grow well.

Green Chinese Lantern or Physalis Alkekengi

Chinese lantern, source of vitamin C

The Chinese Farolillo is a different variety of tomato, with the covered fruit and many properties, in addition to the large amount of Vitamin C it has.

Marigold flower

Calendula: The wonder of every month

The Calendula or Wonder is an annual plant with an abundant flowering. It has multiple uses, both culinary and medicinal. Its cultivation is very easy.

Creepers

Climbers or creepers, color on top

There are plants for everything. Climbing plants adorn walls, pergolas, arches, they give freshness and color in addition to perfuming the environment.

Shrubbery

How to plant garden shrubs

Now that you have your bush, it is important to know how to plant it, especially if there are several, it should have an ideal distance so that the roots do not mix with each other. Let's see here the points to keep in mind.

Shrubbery

What are ornamental shrubs?

If you want to add green to your urban garden, you can think about placing ornamental shrubs, species that have great advantages.

tree

Tips when buying trees

When buying trees, it is good to take into account some aspects that will help the specimens to grow healthy and strong.

Transplant indoor plants

How to transplant indoor plants

Indoor plants should be transplanted when the pot or container they are in is too small. Everything you have to know to figure out when to make the change and in what way.

Gardening

Plants to repel pests

Although it is not a hundred percent effective remedy, using aromatic plants and other types of plants to repel pests in the garden is a highly effective tool. We tell you which are the most appropriate varieties for each type of pest.

Geranium

Geranium diseases

Geranium is a very popular perennial plant that does not require great care. But you have to control that you do not get sick and for that we provide you with all the necessary advice.

Peonies

Perennial and perennial plants

Perennials and perennials last from one season to the next and can live for at least two years, but while perennials disappear in winter and are reborn, perennials maintain their foliage during the cold months.

Anti-stress plants to enjoy in the office

A study in the United Kingdom indicated that in places decorated with plants, the environmental quality and the physical and psychological health of people are improved.

Sansevieria: a very resistant plant

Sansevieria is a very resistant plant, which requires little care, ideal for those who are new to gardening or cannot dedicate much time to it.

Potted garlic

Potted garlic

Requirements and needs for the sowing and cultivation of garlic in pots

stock of peppers

January Crop Calendar

Sowing, transplanting and harvesting calendar for potted vegetables corresponding to the month of January.

Christmas plants: mistletoe

An old Christmas tradition says that mistletoe will bring happiness to the house where it is located and love and fertility to couples who kiss under its branches.

Germinator

Seed sprouts

Soy, alfalfa, lentils, red cabbage, radishes, chickpeas, broccoli, peas ... Sprouts offer us a huge variety of delicious sprouts, which also have beneficial health properties. In December, when garden activity slows, it is a good time to make sprouts at home.

Araucaria Excelsa

Christmas tree. Natural or artificial?

What is the most ecological option for the Christmas tree? Natural or artificial? We analyze the survival possibilities of natural trees, the most suitable species and their basic care.

Poinsettia

Poinsettia: pests and diseases

And we continue with the Poisentia, Poinsettia or Christmas Plant. Our goal: its survival and development to enjoy it again next year. After Poinsettia: how to survive Christmas and Poinsettia: care after Christmas, today we bring you the latest installment of this miniseries, with the symptoms of pests and diseases that can affect our red-leaved plant.

Pots

Measurements of the pots according to the crop

Guidance table of requirements for each vegetable for flowerpots or urban gardens. Indicates the volume and measurements of the pots according to the crop, the need or not for tutoring, the distance of sowing or transplanting and the type of root of each species

Plants for the bathroom

Plants for the bathroom

Not all species are not suitable for the bathroom. We need plants that can withstand humidity and heat well. And depending on whether or not you have natural light, you will need a certain species. We show you some of the most suitable species of plants for the bathroom.