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Thanks to globalization, we are able to grow exotic plants in climates which are vastly different from their native homelands. Our homes and gardens are filled with flora which show how beautiful nature can be and it is a privilege to get to enjoy them. However, one of the reasons we are able to do so...
All plants need various forms of care to enjoy good health, grow and flourish. The string-of-pearls plant (Curio rowleyanus, syn. Senecio rowleyanus) is no exception. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and stands out visually for hanging down over its pot, gaining popularity in the world of this rare appearance....
Plant care takes many forms. Giving them enough sunlight and water are considered essentials, but protecting them from potential parasites is also vital. If we neglect this aspect of their care, they can destroy the plant and it won't matter how much water or light we provide. One of the most common are...
The bird of paradise flower (Strelitzia reginae) is a plant of tropical origin, specifically from Baja California (the Mexican state). It is visually striking and well-known for its distinctive orange sepals and blue petals which give the plant its name. This is because it looks like the beak of certain...
Before purchasing a plant to bring home, you need to know whether you have a home which can accommodate it. This means having the correct environment for them, but it doesn't necessarily mean we have to live in the climate of their origin. Since we can control the climate of our home, keeping indoor plants and...
All plants need the correct care to grow properly. Plants in the wild will grow according to their environment. Even slight changes in said environment can affect growth and reproduction. We need to be able to replicate the ideal conditions for each plant, whether in the garden or indoors. The ponytail...
Not only is having a plant in your home somewhat therapeutic but incorporating nature inside the home can change the entire atmosphere for the better! Plants can help deter illness, clean air and are a great type of home decoration.
Larger and taller plants are great if you are wanting to separate spaces...
The silver satin satin pothos (Scindapsus pictus), sometimes known as the silver vine, is an example of a wild plant which has become popular inside the home. As this plant is a ‘climber’ it can grow up to 10 foot tall in the wild. Climbers are vines which means they can spread over certain areas, but...
According to the theory of Feng shui, there are certain plants that attract negativity or positive energy into your home. Feng shui is a philosophical Chinese system of laws that aims to create a positive influence on people and space. With furniture or element placement, it is believe that the flow of energy...
Orchids are beautiful and elegant flowers, perfect to create a unique decorative touch in any domestic space. But besides their beauty they are very delicate plants that require precise steps of care to keep it in good condition and looking perfect throughout the flowering period. Growing orchids indoors...
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Ginger is a plant from the zingiberaceae family, whose underground stem is a horizontal rhizome prized for its aroma and spicy flavour. Furthermore, ginger is a food with many beneficial health properties and can help with certain ailments and conditions. The tuber can also be used to season our recipes and...
Flowers are always considered to be a perfect medium to express emotions and to show expressions that words can’t. They have been used since ages to communicate feelings without words. Among the millions of flowers in this nature, roses have captured our attention since times immemorial. No other flowers...
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Rue is a very lively-looking perennial plant that can grow up to 1 meter high. It is very pretty with alternating leaves, stems shaped like branches that are blue-green and striking yellow flowers. There has always been a magical power attributed to this plant, in fact it was thought that if it dried...
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Devil’s ivy is an extremely easy-to-grow plant that adapts to almost all indoor environments. It can survive well without any soil or sunlight. Whether you keep it in a warm or a cool room, it will serve well in a hanging basket or a tabletop planter. It has big heart shaped leaves that may have yellow...
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Roses are the most romantic and sensual flowers in the world. They are a great example of love and affection and therefore bouquets of roses are among the most common gifts between couples. There are different colours of roses and, besides the classic red rose we can also find blue Roses, yellow, white,...
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Roses are some of the most common plants in homes and gardens, which is why you see them everywhere. Roses, with their unmistakable fragrance and diversity of colours, make them also a favourite for giving as gifts. Therefore, planting roses at home is a great idea, but you should know what care this...
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Known as "impatiens", jewelweed or just touch-me-not, these plants, which come in different colors, are very common in terraces and gardens. Coming from tropical areas, in winter it is necessary to take into account some considerations for these plants so they manage to survive at low temperatures. If...
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Tulips bloom in spring generating an explosion of colour in your garden. If you plant them correctly and with proper care you can enjoy these beautiful spring flowers year after year. Tulips provide a variety of colours and textures, ranging from miniature tulips grown in small spaces to the giants that...
Apparently, indoor air quality may be worse that the air we breathe outside. Fumes from indoor appliances, perfumes and air diffusers are contributing to creating highly toxic homes. One of the reasons you should decorate with plants is that they may help to freshen up the air and absorb the chemicals by bringing...
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A widely used vegetable in our kitchens is eggplant, also known as aubergine; a purple vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes, as there are many ways to cook an eggplant. However, often when we go to the store or supermarket, we find aubergines at exorbitant prices or that just don't look...
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Carnations are one of the most commonly used flowers as a decoration in many homes and gardens, as they are very striking and require very little care to grow properly. There are countless varieties of carnations, among which we can highlight the so-called common carnation, the Chinese carnation or the dianthus....
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Flowers are always a wonderful gift, because they allow us to convey feelings such as love, affection or happiness in a subtle and delicate way. They are also a decorative element that many people like to have at home to give the place a much warmer, more natural look. But before choosing the color...
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Tomatoes can have those fat worms that are green with white stripes and a horn at the end of the tail, called a rhino horn. They are very easy to miss as they camouflage themselves on your tomato plants and can be overlooked, and they are called hornworms. You'll no doubt have noticed holes in the leaves...
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Plant terrariums - a miniature ecosystem in a beautiful container - have been popular from the Victorian Age, and it's no surprise. Terrariums make stunning centerpieces, and they create a different environment in a small bubble. Moreover, they are a great craft to make with children and they can be a...
If you follow design and photography blogs, you'll have seen that succulent plants are all the rage in gardening and decoration, and it's no surprise. Succulents, also called fat plants, thrive on arid soils and sunlight, but they're sturdy enough to survive the most clueless of rookie gardeners. Their...
Potato is an extremely versatile vegetable. It can be baked, boiled, steamed, mashed, fried and can be cooked in every possible way. As it is said, there is never a wrong way to cook potatoes. Growing this awesome vegetable in our own kitchen garden can prove to be a great investment as you would always...
The rose bush is undoubtedly one of the best plants to have in your garden. Regardless of the color - whether red, yellow, pink or white - this plant will look great wherever you put grow it. But rose bushes are as delicate as they are beautiful, so it is important to look after it really well.
While appropriate...
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Building a living wall, also known as a vertical garden, has taken the world by storm. You must have seen at least one household that has a living wall in their home. Believe it or not, a living wall is a marvelous way of decorating your indoors and outdoors with plants, especially if you have a little...
Aromatic herbs adapt very well to all kinds of soils and environments, so they're a great choice to grow at home. You'll be able to use aromatic herbs in the kitchen, making your dishes richer and tastier, and to use them as natural remedies for all kinds of illnesses and pains. Moreover, you'll be able...
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Snake plant or sansevieria trifasciata is one of the most tolerant plants you will ever come across and is a great office plant. It grows almost automatically, and you can leave it neglected for weeks at a stretch. They can survive well even in low light conditions, and encounter very few insect related...
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True blue roses are highly prized as garden decorations. Many people are interested in this type of rose, but sometimes they cost so much money. If you're thinking about finding natural blue roses and you cannot locate them, you can now make them yourself at your humble home. This is a very simple technique...
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The tomato is one of the most consumed fruits worldwide, and although it is not an expensive product, in some countries one kilo can have a very high cost. Therefore, there are people who choose to grow their own tomatoes at home, a very good option that will not take long if we pay attention to some...
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Do you know about lemongrass and citronella? While the two plants are different, they look and smell quite similar - the first one looks like blades of glass, while the second looks more like geranium. While lemongrass is known for its beneficial properties, maybe you're interested in warding your house...
There are many reasons to start an indoor garden; maybe it's wintertime and your home seems colorless, or maybe it's summer and your plants have started to wilt. If you live in the city, it's quite likely that you don't have a garden or a yard at all - an indoor garden is a good option to liven up your...
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Blue roses are a species of flower that are a human creation, given that this pigment does not exist in nature. They are extraordinarily beautiful roses that have become more popular over time. These flowers, which are genetically modified, are patented by a Japanese company. Knowing how to grow them at home...
While all plant species need water, some require more than others. This is why some species grow best in sunny and dry conditions, while others live in a wet, rainy climate. As living things, plants need water to be able to convert the light from the sun that they receive into nutritive elements on which...
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Do you recognize it? It is the traditional flower found on Japanese ponds. In fact, the lotus flower is native to Asia, where it grows in swamps, lakes, ponds and lagoons. A spring aquatic flower you can enjoy until the last days of summer. Do you want to decorate your home with some of the most elegant...
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There are many healing applications associated with lemon balm or common balm thanks to its multiple beneficial properties that help treat and alleviate a myriad of conditions such as heavy bouts of indigestion or even insomnia. That is why it is very useful to have this medicinal herb in your humble home...
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A dragon tree plant, not to be confused with a Canary Islands dragon tree, is a charming tropical plant for indoor or outdoor decoration. Its hanging leaves combine green and yellow tones and these go well in multiple areas of the home. Also, if you have an adult dragon tree plant, you should know that...
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If you want to give your home a natural and wild touch, a good option is to build a terrarium which can be placed in any corner of your home and transform the whole room. In this OneHowTo article, we'll show you how to make a cheap terrarium so you can decorate your home without spending a lot of money....
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Do you want to liven up your garden and you live in a Mediterranean climate? A good idea to pre-organize your natural space is to consider what kind of plants are suitable for temperatures that suit the Mediterranean. There are many plants that have been introduced and which adapted to this weather despite...
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Sometimes known as 'Christmas berry', Photinias have been commonly seen as festive plants, particularly due to their illustrious mix of red and green. However, this association with a winter festival belies the fact it its natural habitat is warm parts of Asia. It has been cultivated in gardens all...
The olive tree is part of the traditional, sun-kissed landscapes of far flung Southern Europe. So much so that olives and olive trees appear in numerous poems. And it's no wonder, because thanks to this tree we get delicious and healthy foods that form an important part of the Mediterranean diet. But...
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Have your plants been chewed and you thought it was by aphids but has actually been caused by locusts? Locusts have chewing mouth parts and feed on plants. Normally, locust females lay their eggs in autumn and their brood, which cannot fly, are born in the spring. For this reason, they feed on leaves...
A touch of green to your lunch and dinner instantly brightens up the mood and is also good for our digestive system. And these green vegetables are even healthier and crispier if you can get it fresh right from your own home. Lettuce is one such plant which can be grown in your home all the year around...
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The flowers of this shrub open and release odor when the sun sets, which explains its name: lady of the night . It is also known as night-blooming jasmine, night-blooming cestrum, queen of the night, night-blooming jessamine, and Hasnühana. Lady of the night easy to look after as the care required is basic...
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Hailing from tropical regions, begonias are flowers that are widely used for decoration at home and in the garden. Although it is noteworthy that there are an infinite number of species and varieties of this plant, it is true that generally require the same care to grow well. Begonias are not a very...
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Sage is a simply charming plant that is native to parts of Europe with a temperate climate. Today, it has become one of the most commonly used herbs for medicinal purposes due to its multiple properties which have been adored and studied for centuries. It is especially noted for its anti-inflammatory effects...
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If you've felt like planting rosemary in your home, it's a great idea because this plant has leaves which always give off a pleasant aroma. It is a beautiful plant with beautiful blue flowers that are displayed in spring and summer. It is an ideal plant for people who have little time because it requires...
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Cherries are delicious fruits that besides having a great taste they also have healthy and nutritious qualities. However, cherries are sometimes very expensive so having a cherry tree at home is an option if you want to enjoy this fruit in a very natural way. To be able to have enough cherries to enjoy,...
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