The Dieffenbachia is a plant that is normally kept indoors and can grow very quickly in a short time. It can give any house a rich and tropical look. Like many other plants, it can come in different varieties but is usually easy to care for. The Dieffenbachia is sometimes known as “Dumb cane” andContinue reading “How do you care for a Dieffenbachia plant?”
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How do you care for a Wax Plant Hoya?
The Wax Plant Hoya can produce one of the most magnificent flowers in the world, at least in my opinion. Its colour, shape and perfection make it an incredible wonder of nature. In Malta, it is sometimes called “Pjanta tax-Xemgħa”, which is also translated to Wax Plant. The plant gets its name from the shapeContinue reading “How do you care for a Wax Plant Hoya?”
What are the benefits of gardening?
Gardening is a very important activity for many people of all ages, who rely on its mental and physical benefits for their wellbeing. Gardening is, therefore, more than a simple hobby to pass some time. Both professional gardeners or amateur nature lovers can enjoy the different and various benefits offered by gardening. It is difficultContinue reading “What are the benefits of gardening?”
What can be grown in hydroponics?
Hydroponics is a very interesting subject that can be intriguing for many people who are into gardening. Before discussing what can be grown in hydroponics, it makes sense to consider what is hydroponics. Hydroponics: a definition Hydroponics is a technique that grows plants without soil, mainly using nutrient-rich solutions instead. Whilst many different techniques orContinue reading “What can be grown in hydroponics?”
What are the basics of gardening?
Gardening is a very rewarding hobby that can make a positive difference in your life, both mentally and physically. Like most things in existence, starting might seem difficult and complicated. For this reason, the below tips and tricks might help get you started by answering the question: What are the basics of gardening? 1. LocationContinue reading “What are the basics of gardening?”
Arrowhead Plants
The arrowhead plant is normally grown as a houseplant, and its arrow-shaped leaves can add a lovely touch to your home. This plant has many different names, including arrowhead vine, arrowhead philodendron, goosefoot, nephthytis, African evergreen, and American evergreen. In Malta, it is sometimes called “saqajn il-papru”, which roughly translates to “duck’s feet”. https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lighting I keepContinue reading “Arrowhead Plants”
Cyclamens in your Garden
I have been growing Cyclamens for a few months now, and I can say that these plants are a pleasure to have for any gardener. They are relatively easy to care for and can give splendid looking flowers. Nonetheless, some consistent caring practices need to be done for the plant to keep flowering in yourContinue reading “Cyclamens in your Garden”
Begonias: Growing and Caring for a Begonia plant
Begonias are a great addition to one’s garden. There are different varieties of begonias, and most of them are very easy to grow, making them ideal for people who have little time to care for their plants and gardens. Types of Begonias The most common type of begonias are as follows: Wax begonias Tuberous begoniasContinue reading “Begonias: Growing and Caring for a Begonia plant”
Growing Apples in a Container
One of the most popular fruits around the world are apples, and whilst it is more common for these to be grown on trees directly into the ground, it is also possible to cultivate this fruit in a pot or container. Before starting, it is important to mention that there are many different varieties ofContinue reading “Growing Apples in a Container”
Growing Lettuce in Containers
Lettuce is a favourite for many vegetable gardeners and forms the basis of many salads and vegetable dishes around the world. Growing lettuce is relatively easy, and here I am going to talk about some tips to help you get started. Cool time weather (but not too cold) is helpful for the growth of lettuce.Continue reading “Growing Lettuce in Containers”
