The chilli plants is a variety of pepper whose origins date back 6,000 years in Central and South America. There is no historical record that the American peoples used it, but it was with the arrival of the Spanish that the species began to be registered and categorized. Although these . . . Read more
When we think of pollinators in the garden, honeybees often steal the spotlight. However, there is another group of unsung heroes that significantly contribute to pollination – mason bees. These gentle, solitary insects are exceptionally efficient pollinators and can have a tremendous impact on the productivity and health of your . . . Read more
Viburnum tinus is an evergreen shrub that belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family. Since it is native to the Iberian Peninsula, it is very popular in gardens in the Mediterranean region. One of the most outstanding attractions of this shrub is the spectacularity of its flowers, of a beautiful white color . . . Read more
If you have some plants at home, surely you carry out certain care so that they grow healthy and strong. Each care you carry out pursues certain objectives. For example, when you select a soil mix for one of your plants, you are looking for one that can provide the . . . Read more
The juniper shurb is a conifer belonging to the Cupressaceae family, which in optimal conditions reaches 2 meters in height. It is characterized by slow growth, very spiny needle-like leaves, and cone-shaped fruits that turn purple when ripe. These very particular characteristics make this shrub a very good option to . . . Read more
Thyme encompasses between 200 and 300 species of plants in the Lamiaceae family. They are herbs or also subshrubs that develop in the temperate climates of Europe, Asia and North Africa, although currently their use has spread throughout the world. For its correct development it is essential that you know . . . Read more
Red currants are plants belonging to the species Ribes rubrum. More specifically, it is a shrub with a bramble appearance, with thin, highly branched stems. Its leaves are deciduous. They measure between 5 and 7cm and are composed of 3-5 leaflets with irregularly toothed edges. They are used for their . . . Read more
Even the most inexperienced gardener knows that sunlight is essential for plant growth, without it there is no source of energy for photosynthesis. The problem can appear when we want to grow plants indoors, since although some adapt to low light, others suffer from a lack of sunlight. Fortunately, there . . . Read more
The climbing rose is a shrub with long and flexible stems that can be guided by different decorative elements. This characteristic allows it to be widely used to cover fences and pergolas, to provide color and shade during spring and summer. One of the key points to be able to . . . Read more
The olive tree, with the scientific name Olea europaea, is a tree famous for having olives as its fruit. Although when we think of an olive tree the first thing we think of is a large tree, the truth is that they can be grown in a pot. But to . . . Read more