Winter Vegetables: What to Grow and How to Prepare Your Garden for the Cold Season Winter vegetables: have you ever considered which one to grow and which gardening activities are most effective during November and December? The winter season, characterised by low temperatures and limited daylight, requires careful planning to protect
Succulents – Nature’s Wonders That Are Easy to Grow Succulent plants, including succulents and cacti, are true gems of nature, capable of transforming every corner of your home or garden into an oasis of beauty and harmony. Perfect both in pots—ideal for decorating indoor and outdoor spaces—and in garden beds
Hellebore, one of the most fascinating and dangerous winter flowers, both for your balconies and gardens The Hellebore is a perennial plant that fascinates with its hardiness and surprising ability to flower during the winter months, when many other plants are dormant. A member of the Ranunculaceae family, Hellebore plants
What is bergamot? Bergamot orange, or scientifically ‘Citrus Bergamia‘ is a citrus and evergreen plant that can reach a height of about four metres. The leaves of the bergamot are dark green and oval-shaped with slightly denticulate margins. Bergamot flowers are an enchanting addition to any garden, thanks to their
Pak choi: the Chinese cabbage you can’t miss in your garden Pak choi, or Chinese cabbage or bok choy, belongs to the Brassicaceae family. From China, this cabbage has become an essential ingredient in our kitchens. This is due to its delicate flavor and is used in a variety of
Dracaena plant: origins and distribution Dracaena (or Dracena or Dragon Plant) is a subtropical plant belonging to the Asparagaceae family. It is one of the most widespread and popular houseplants. Its natural habitat includes the territory of tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone in the west to Ethiopia in the northeast
Amaryllis – origin of the ‘shining’ flower Amaryllis is a bulbous plant belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. Its origin is South Africa, with its best known species being the amaryllis belladonna, also commonly known as just amaryllis. It is important to not confuse Amaryllis with the genus Hippeastrum, as the
Rosa rugosa, a shrub with irresistible charm The rosa rugosa (or japanese rose, or rugosa rose) is a rose native to East Asia, later introduced to other parts of the world, including Europe and North America. This rose variety has become particularly popular for its beauty and resistance to many
Sansevieria Cylindrica plant for your house Sansevieria cylindrica is a particularly beautiful succulent plant that adds a decorative and modern touch to home interiors. This succulent is native to West Africa and it goes by many names such as ‘ mother-in-law’s tongue ‘ or ‘ cylindrica snake plant ‘. It
Bonsai olive tree – an universe of emotions There are many types of Mediterranean plants that have always fascinated connoisseurs of the art of bonsai. Among these the ideal one for bonsai planting is the olive tree. As well as being an extraordinarily beautiful plant, the bonsai olive offers the possibility
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