If you are a plant lover, the Calathea crocata cannot be missing from your collection. This interesting and rare species is native to the rainforests of Central America and Ecuador and has attracted the attention of experts for its exceptionally rare characteristics. Also known as ‘the eternal flame plant’, this extraordinary member of the Marantaceae…
Calathea lancifolia, also known as Rattlesnake Plant or rattlesnake fern, is a plant belonging to the Marantaceae family that grows in Central America. Appreciated for its thick, braided and brightly colored foliage, Calathea lancifolia has won over many amateur gardeners. But what should we know about its characteristics? In this article we will deepen all…
A well-maintained home is a place of vitality, beauty and comfort. Plants are full of life and offer a sense of harmony that adds something extra to the home atmosphere. Calathea orbifolia is the perfect choice for hobby gardeners as it is easy to maintain but has an incredible exotic appeal! In this article, we…
Sisyrinchium angustifolium, also known as blue-eyed grass, is a tall grass perennial native to North America. Its flowers are dark blue with a yellow center that sits atop a thin stalk. This herb is perfect for adding color to the shade of your lawn and garden How to grow and care for blue eyed grass…
1st March As planned and hoped, begins with a nice flowered snowdrops the season 2015. The melting snow and him, without too much waiting, check the grass and flowers for the first time by stealing at all … even to spring … beautiful pink and in single file, exactly as they were planted, these Darwin,…
Native to South Africa, Tulbaghia violacea is a rustic plant with a bushy habit. The plant belongs to the Alliaceae family and is very similar to chives and garlic. Its leaves are narrow and long, its flowers are purple and small in size. Both the stems and the leaves are also used in cooking and…
In the continuous search for something new, many growers and garden lovers document themselves on some types of plants with a particular appearance and with particular structural characteristics. Among the many specimens proposed by mother nature, it is worth dwelling on Streptocarpus, a type of plant that in many respects is similar to the mythical…
Among the particularly resistant annual plants that reach medium heights and therefore also ideal for growing in pots, there is certainly Nemophila. It is also important to underline that this specimen belonging to the Boraginaceae family, in the growth phase, is of great use to set up rock gardens or to delimit their borders. Particular…
Setting up your garden or terrace with ornamental plants and unique features is certainly a good option to make settings attractive and finely decorated. In this regard, it is worth mentioning Torenia Fournieri which, due to its flower color and versatility, is suitable for different types of cultivation. Among the various types of plants belonging…
Native to Asia and belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family, Gypsophila is a very heat resistant plant, so much so that it prefers full sun to spread. This specimen has an erect and bushy habit, and is also available in Europe. Depending on the variety, it resists winter frost, while in the case of the annual…
