House & Garden 2024, November

Hardy varieties of Calla tend to be white and will survive outdoors in many climates during the winter. The more delicate varieties are usually colored and do not tolerate winter as well. For this reason, many gardeners protect Calla bulbs in the winter months.

The hardest thing about planting plumeria seeds will be finding them. It is not difficult to grow this plant from seeds, but the plant grown in this way will probably not look like, once mature, what we would have imagined. This is why sellers usually prefer to market seedlings that have already sprung up.

Dahlias are rhizomes native to the mountains of Mexico and Colombia. They perform best in cool, humid climates during the summer months. They should be watered, cut and set aside for the winter as they are very delicate flowers. Steps Part 1 of 4:

Summer pruning is important for rose bushes. This process is also known as "deadheading" and causes the flower to focus on budding and flowering rather than producing seeds. It is necessary to trim with a good pair of shears every few weeks until the plants begin to armor themselves for the winter.

From the tuberose, or polianthes tuberosa, a flower with a very intense fragrance is born, appreciated by most flower growers and also used to produce perfumes. It is a perennial bulb, native to Mexico, which grows in both cool and tropical regions, but requires more care in areas characterized by rather harsh winters.

Bougainvillea is a climbing plant with flowers or shrub native to Brazil. This tropical perennial has acquired its nickname "paper flower" for its delicate bracts that sprout in different colors, including purple, red and orange. The thick, thorny vine of the bougainvillea requires regular pruning, cutting and topping to keep it healthy and make it look its best.

Forsythia is a hardy, colorful bush that can make any garden look gorgeous and help attract birds, bees, and butterflies. Forsythia plants tend to root deep in the soil and have large, spherical roots, which make it difficult to transplant the entire bush.

Elm is one of the most common trees, found around the world in different varieties and is perfect for providing shade in the garden and along neighborhood streets. There are more than 30 species, but most share the same characteristics: serrated green leaves that turn yellow in autumn, very wrinkled gray-brown bark, and a roughly vase-like shape of the tree that makes it distinguishable from other plants.

If you have ever wondered if it is possible to grow tasty pears from the small seeds of a normal fruit, you will be happy to know that it is really possible. After sprouting them, you can bury them in pots and wait for them to grow a bit until they become seedlings.

If you are thinking that your garden needs some help to look good, you can learn how to spread soil on a lawn. This simple process, best done in the fall, can help remove the dips caused by rotting roots and drainage problems. It can be helpful for the soil if you have problems with digging animals such as moles.

The gorgeous brightly colored flowers of the hibiscus are very popular with gardeners who want to add a tropical touch to their designs. There are a few hundred species of hibiscus, some are dwarf varieties reaching up to 60-90 cm while others are capable of over 2.

Flowering plants can be the pride of any garden. All gardeners know that a fertilizer may be needed to get the best results. Whether you choose a chemical or organic fertilizer, it is essential to know how and when to apply it and what else your plants might need.

The term buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) refers to a group of several hundred plants which includes herbaceous species, mainly terrestrial, with preference for marshy soils and amphibious species. Often sold as cut flowers and common garden plants, these plants offer brightly colored blooms.

Shamrocks are considered to be symbols of good luck everywhere. If you're feeling unlucky, or feel like you need a quick shot of luck, you'll want to know how to find some. With proper techniques and a keen eye, you will be able to find shamrocks among regular clover seedlings with little effort.

Snapdragon is a very fragrant perennial plant native to the Mediterranean. Its colorful flowers resemble wide open mouths. Snapdragons should be sown indoors and then planted just before the last frosts arrive. They grow best in cold regions and tend to wither in heat.

Piracanta (or pyracantha), also known as firethorn, is a thorny evergreen shrub, which produces fruits in the shape of small red, orange or yellow berries. Grow piracantha by transplanting a young specimen into your garden. Once it has taken root, it will not require special care.

Common ivy is an evergreen climbing plant that grows on both flat places and vertical structures. When young, it produces leaves with 3-5 lobes, which widen as the ivy grows adult. The plant reaches maturity once it manages to develop in height.

The Spider Plant (Chlorophytum), also known commonly as Ribbon, Spider's Ivy, St. Bernard's Lily, or Airplane Plant, is a perennial member of the lily family. Easy to grow as houseplants, spider plants propagate through the detachment of seedlings, or seedlings, while the mother plant continues to grow in size.

Strawberry diseases can be devastating to a good harvest. This article explains how to identify the ones that might affect your crop, so you can keep growing it. Steps Step 1. Look closely at the particular signs that strawberries may show Look at the leaves, stems, and fruits for possible problems.

For annual sunflowers (plants that bloom only once), no pruning is typically required. However, sunflowers growing in clusters may need to be pruned to prevent them from spoiling on others. Instead, perennial types of sunflowers will occasionally require a trim.

The log of happiness is an indoor plant that people love to give to those who move to a new residence. Despite the name, it is not a tree, but is actually a kind of dracena. The easiest and quickest way to get a new specimen is to take a cutting from a healthy plant.

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener used in many recipes and confectionary preparations. It's also an expensive product, so if you happen to have a maple on hand, you can follow these tips to get the syrup at no cost. Steps Part 1 of 3:

The olive trees above all evoke vast fields in the Mediterranean area and a scorching sun that helps to ripen their fruits. Regardless, know that olive trees can grow in almost any mild climate, as long as the winter temperatures do not drop below freezing.

The wild apple tree is quite resistant and does not require much pruning to encourage growth. However, the wild apple tree may need to be pruned to maintain its appearance. In addition, decayed branches that could carry disease, or excess branches that could suck up valuable nutrients from the rest of the tree, should be pruned.

Fortune bamboo, or Dracaena braunii, is not a real bamboo. It belongs to the Agavaceae family and is native to tropical rainforests, where shade reigns supreme. This beautiful plant that grows in stems, unlike real bamboo, also grows very well indoors.

Both indoor and outdoor plants are pleasant additions to the decor. It is generally easy to take care of and if done correctly, the plants thrive. Whether you're not sure how to care for plants or just want to be sure you've done it right, read step one for information on how to properly care for indoor and outdoor plants.

Orchids are plants that produce unique and beautiful flowers. When growing them, it is important to repot them regularly to ensure good health, as they suffer when they stay too long in the same substrate. However, during the transplant they experience considerable stress;

Plumeria is a tropical plant. It grows rapidly, producing flowered and fragrant masses between March and October. It is a small tree that reaches 1 meter in height when it reaches full maturity. Although it does not tolerate harsh winter temperatures, plumeria can be planted in a pot and brought indoors when the weather becomes harsh.

Bougainvillea is a tropical plant that produces beautiful colorful flowers for 11 months of the year if planted in the right climate. It has the appearance of a vine-like shrub that climbs walls and trellises and blooms every year if it is not exposed to too cold temperatures.

Sugar cane belongs to the grass family, and grows in the form of tall, narrow stems or stems. In autumn, the barrel is buried horizontally inside furrows. It does not require special care during the winter and in the spring you will see shoots appear that grow tall like bamboo.

Bamboo is a plant that lends itself to many uses, including beautifying the garden. In many cases, bamboo is a hardy plant and generally requires little care. The following steps will help you make the most of it. Steps Step 1. Water the bamboo If it is buried, water it twice a week until the plant stabilizes.

The most natural garden is the one made up of wildflowers. If you have enough space, you can plant wildflowers over a large area of your land and create a colorful lawn. You can also plant wildflowers in smaller areas, even if you don't have large areas of land.

Composting is an effective way to recycle kitchen scraps and garden grass. Composting reduces the amount of waste produced and gives you a nutritious organic substance for your plants. It can also be a fun family activity. Let's learn how to do it with a bucket.

Hollyhocks are generally considered to be biennial. The first year the leaves grow while during the second the flowers, seeds are born and then it dies. However, depending on the growth and hardiness conditions of the plant, it often lives more than two years.

Verbena plants are beautiful and ideal to add to any garden. While they require less attention when pruning than other herbs and evergreens, you still need to cut them from time to time to keep them tidy and stimulate growth. The most important pruning phase takes place in the first days of spring.

When a cactus outgrows the container it is in, it will need to be repotted if you want the plant to stay healthy. Repotting a cactus can be daunting, but if you protect yourself from thorns and prevent the cactus roots from becoming damaged, the transplant process should be successful.

The Epiphyllum cactus is a native plant of Brazil that grows on the sides and forks of trees among the foliage of the rainforests. It produces beautiful flowers that typically open in the evening and bloom for a few days. Growing the Epiphyllum cactus outside its natural habitat is fairly straightforward, but it requires special attention to temperature, light and weather conditions.

Dahlias, known for their great variety of blooms, long growing season and pleasant ease of care, are commonly believed to be perennials in various locations around the world. For areas with the coldest winters, the dahlia is, unfortunately, an annual plant that needs replanting every season.

Wild garlic (Allium Triquetrum) has a sweet and delicate bell-shaped flower. Still, this seemingly beautiful plant is actually a stinking visitor to the garden. When it is squashed, or it grows in large numbers, it can cause an unpleasant odor.

Chrysanthemums are beautiful flowers that bloom in the autumn months and are known for their vibrantly colored corollas: yellow, burgundy, purple, white, pink and lavender. Not only are there different colors of chrysanthemums, there are also different shapes and sizes.