Plants, like other living organisms, need specific conditions to grow and remain healthy. Sunlight, water, and nutrients are essential conditions for the plant’s vital processes. If you are taking care of any plants, you may be familiar with how an unhappy plant looks like. You may notice some wilting and discoloration, for example, depending on […]
The orchid is a beautiful tropical plant, with fantastically shaped flowers that are quite hardy and resistant. However, one should ask: what makes orchids so exceptional? What is so special about them? Their exotic beauty explains their importance in the eyes of the public. However, some of them are so discreet that they are hardly […]
Whether we talk about ornamental flowers or vegetables, plants have a defined life cycle, unless there is a specific accident that causes them to die unnaturally. Thus, there are two categories of plants: annual plants and perennial plants. We also have biennial plants, and their appearance changes with the seasons. Annual plants, such as poppies, […]
The most beautiful garden flowers are always the ones that love the sun and can survive the hot climate in the summer days. If you want to have a spectacular garden, you have to think of a few varieties of flowers that might bring an explosion of color and joy in your garden, enhanced by […]
Everyone loves a good joke, and when it comes to prickly plants, there are plenty of cactus puns to choose from. Cactus plants make great gifts for your friends and loved ones. They are easy to care for and add lots of beauty and character to any room they are placed in. They usually come […]
Aloe Vera is a species of aloe of uncertain origin but cultivated for a long time in the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Canary Islands. This beautiful plant has been adopted in traditional medicine in many regions of the world: First in Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, then India, China and mainly […]
With over 50 native and cultivated varieties of Lavender in existence, there is a veritable garden’s worth of choice when deciding what kind of Lavender to add to your home or outdoors with your plant friends. With a huge swath of different colors ranging from silver-green to violet and a whole host of wonderful scents, […]
For millennia human beings have tinkered with and attempted to delve into plant physiology and extract their many-sided benefits. From the psychological effects of psychedelics to the medicinal uses of fungi, we have found numerous ways to improve the health of our bodies and minds and explore the more spiritual nature of our reality through […]
Ficus elastica or commonly known as the rubber plant is known only in the form of a very beautiful houseplant, appreciated for its attractive foliage, like other ficus. However, in the Asian jungles from which it originates, it becomes a huge tree that can reach up to 55 meters in height. In nature, it produces […]
Repotting a plant is not as difficult as it may seem, it may seem like a hard task because a lot of things can go wrong like damaging the plant by removing it incorrectly or not repotting it in the right way. This could cause the plant to die. It is an essential step for […]
Science is always teetering one way or another when it comes to recommendations for our mental and physical health. There is one recommendation that has stayed pretty consistent throughout the years, and that is that plants, in all their different shapes and forms, can improve our environment and our health. Millions of people around the […]
Lucky bamboo, scientifically known as «dracaena sanderiana,» is a fascinating plant, able to bring happiness, health, prosperity, and fortune. Also called Chinese cane, lucky bamboo is a beautiful gift offered on the occasion of the new year in the Far East and many other special events. To this day, this stem is famous in Europe […]
The peace lily is an adaptable indoor plant with flowers similar to a calla lily, requiring low maintenance. The bright part of the flower has a white, hood-like sheath. Let’s read more about: * Origin and history of peace lilies * Precautions regarding peace lily for pet owners * How to grow and care for […]
The cypress tree is a North American species that is sure to fill a massive place in the landscape. There are two types of trees found in the US: bald cypress and pond cypress. Although it is an American tree, it is found throughout the world, with 25 genera and nearly 130 species. Let’s keep […]
The dracaena plant is also referred to as a dragon tree. The word dracaena originates from the Greek word ”drakaina,” which translates to ”female dragon.” The dragon tree was equated to dragon blood because of the reddish resins found in its stem. The resin of this plant was used for dyes and medicines in the […]
Each of us wants an intimate space enriched from time to time with a bit of greenery. There is nothing easier than a money tree to add a little animation to your space. The money tree is a unique and extraordinarily beautiful plant. It has a deep symbolism that is hard to describe in words; […]
The spider plant is a very popular, easy-to-care indoor plant, that can be adapted to many environments because it is not demanding. If you want to go on vacation for two or three weeks, the plant lasts without water. It is a beautiful plant that fills your home with freshness, with small and beautiful blooms […]
Summer brings about longer beach hours, picnics, and sadly, mosquitoes. This relentless insect can be annoying, but what makes them dangerous is the health risk they pose to human beings. A Mosquito bite can lead to a wide range of diseases, and although they can simply be treated with medication, nobody enjoys falling sick. During […]
The plant that is commonly known as the mother-in-law’s tongue is the perfect plant for indoors and outdoors. They are the easiest plants to take care of especially if you are a beginner, or you want to stay away from sensitive, care-intensive plants. The snake plant is a beautiful and useful addition to your garden, […]
A native of the Mediterranean region, salvia rosmarinus, also known as rosemary, is an evergreen shrub, very aromatic, whose leaves are often used to add flavor to food. In addition to its cooking uses, rosemary’s herbaceous and energizing fragrance is often used for diffusing. In fact, this plant also has surprising medical uses. Read on […]
Cannas are cold rhizomatous plants that have beautiful flowers with astonishing colors. These plants, close to the banana tree, develop long stems with oval, green, or purple leaves about 50 cm long. They produce bunches of very bright tubular flowers, sometimes even spotted. In spring, cannas are planted 10cm deep and 60cm apart in vigorous, […]
The dogwood is a large deciduous shrub that we appreciate for their long blossom period, but also often for their beautiful autumn colors. The flower symbolizes the state of North Carolina. You can enjoy the flower in a small garden for the beauty of its large pink petals and its colorful foliage at the end […]
Jonquil flowers, scientifically known as narcissus jonquilla, are spring-flowering bulbs that you can plant in the sun. The shape of this flower, and its heady scent, make it an excellent plant to place indoors and outdoors. Jonquil flowers arrived in Europe during the Renaissance. They are easy to grow in pots or the ground. You […]
The nigella flower is a small annual plant that offers an aerial flowering, very refined, and decorative foliage. The best known is the nigella from Damascus, commonly recognized as «nigella damascena.» It has star-shaped flowers, often blue, pink, or white. You can pick the flowers to compose beautiful bouquets and even make dry bouquets with […]
