The myth of aspirin, milk and their use as fertilizers with flowers and plants has always been one of the doubts and curiosities that pass through the minds of more or less skilled gardeners. For years on our site, the articles dedicated to these topics have been the most read and commented on and, for…
Involving children in gardening can be an idea to keep them engaged in new activities and teach them love for life and growth. However, before starting this type of activity, it is good to choose plants and flowers with certain characteristics, in order to make the cultivation process as interesting as possible. Plants with bright…
When you have to design a new garden or think about reshaping that “old”, you often have a lot of doubts about the use and style. A green space, small or large, can be used in many ways, especially if family members have particularies needs: whether or not the vegetable garden, the type of furniture,…
Also known as Rosmarinus officinalis, rosemary is a shrub of the Lamiaceae family and has been known since antiquity for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. Its name comes from Latin and means, literally, sea dew. The plant, coming from the Mediterranean countries, develops spontaneously especially along the coasts, but also on the hills and even…
Features There are many different types of radishes. In the markets and in the supermarkets you can find radishes from the classic round or elongated shape. The colors are also very different from one variety to another and can be red or white. There is then giant radish, coming from Asian countries, better known as…
Aromatic and bright green color basil is a herbaceous plant, a symbol of the beautiful season that can not be missed in a home. Ideal to grow in a vegetable garden, lends itself to vegetation even in pots and give a verve note on the kitchen shelves or on a balcony. The basil belonging to…
Features Zucchini are part of cucurbitacea. The same family includes other vegetables such as cucumber, pumpkin and other fruits such as melon and watermelon. This type of vegetable requires pollination, as the flowers on the same plant can be both male and female. From the male flower occurs the pollination of the female one, which…
Features of Tomatoes One of the most cultivated plants in the gardens and small spaces is the tomato. Its origin is South American and appears only in European cultivation from the years following the 1500’s. The classification sees it belongs to the solanaceae family, together with potatoes, peppers and other plant species. The tomato, as…
Features Peppers are vegetables that belong to the solanaceae family such as potatoes, tomatoes, aubergines. The origin of the plant is doubtful, though it is believed to be native to South America. Peppers and spicy peppers are part of the same species and have very similar characteristics. They are grown as annual plants, ie planting…
With the arrival of spring, you know, the awakening of nature, flowers and all the fragrances that make this season so beautiful, fascinating and colorful starts to resume. Each of us, besides having the chance to grow flowers, also has the opportunity to embellish a garden, balcony and even its daily meals with herbs grown…
