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Ficus - varieties with small and large leaves, variegated and dwarf

Ficuses of various types, for example, varieties Tsiatistipul or ficus homemade Pumila, can be found in almost any apartment or office space. These plants are popular due to their unpretentiousness in the process of care, excellent appearance and an abundance of various types. Many signs and stories are associated with them, so many believe that ficuses, the varieties of which are described in detail in this material, are really capable of bringing good luck.

Agave, plant, what it is and how it blooms

Agave plant is a unique decoration of artificial landscapes. It is distinguished by its huge rosettes of hard long spiky leaves. About the history of the appearance of Agave - this is the oldest plant in Mexico. They called her that by the name of the ancient Greek mythological character. Agave was the daughter of Cadmus. He was the founder of Thebes.

Eustoma - growing from seeds at home

People like to create comfort in homes. For these purposes, they often grow flowers in their homes. Some of them are especially elegant and delicate, for example, indoor eustoma. How to grow eustoma at home Eustoma is a flora with amazingly beautiful flowers in delicate shades. They are often added to bouquets - they stand for a long time, do not fade.

Why do geraniums turn red leaves - causes and treatment

Geranium is often grown on the windowsill in almost every home. The flower takes root very quickly and can grow in the garden. If the rules of care are not followed, the plant is often exposed to diseases and can dry out. Therefore, you need to know why the geranium leaves turn red and how to deal with such a problem.

Black Prince - an apricot with an unusual color

Everyone knows that apricot is a southern heat-loving culture. They tried to grow it in Central Russia for a long time, but this plant did not get wide distribution there. Apricot blossoms early, and return frosts are guaranteed to deprive the crop. Low winter hardiness did not allow to tolerate cold winters, and it was easier for gardeners to grow cherry plum and plum than to spend time and effort on a capricious southerner.

Planting lilies in the fall - when and how to plant?

Planting lilies in the fall is the best solution. With the correct timing of the bulbs have time to gain a foothold in the soil, forming a powerful root system. The flowering of garden beauties in this case occurs 2-3 weeks earlier than during spring planting. Pros and cons of autumn planting of lilies Planting of lilies in autumn is quite common among gardeners. Autumn planting of lily bulbs has several advantages: flowers build up a powerful root system and grow faster in spring; being in a dormant state, the bulbs easier to tolerate a transplant; lilies harden in winter, so the risk of their death during spring return frosts is reduced.

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Sanguinaria

Sanguinaria is a small herbaceous plant of the poppy family. It got its name thanks to the juice, similar to blood, which appears when the root or base of the stem is damaged (sangvis - blood). The homeland of the plant is southern Canada and the eastern United States, where it can be found in the natural environment.

Pelargonium Odencio Symphonia - Description

Pelargonium is most often associated with Geranium. Although the flowers belong to the same family, they are different in kind and cannot be crossed. Pelargonium appeared in the southern regions, and her named sister - in the northern. Not the origin itself, but differences in care preferences are important when breeding geraniums or pelargonium.

Ficus rubbery - care and reproduction at home, photo species

Photo of a plant in a pot Ficus rubbera (Ficus elastica) - a perennial plant at home often reaches three meters, but there are instances up to ten meters in height. The growth rate is high - per year it can grow from 60 cm to 1 meter. The birthplace of rubber ficus is Malaysia, India, Sumatra, Nepal and Bhutan.

Calla - snow-white austerity and charm

Calla (Callas) is a perennial plant from the Aroid family. It grows in swampy soils or fresh water bodies of the tropics and temperate climate of the Northern Hemisphere. In the wild, it can be found in Siberia and the Far East. A separate species grows in Africa. The plant is equally used as a garden and home flower, as well as used in medicine.

Malva Diseases - Causes and Description

Perennial plant mallow, or stem rose, is very interesting from a decorative point of view. Collected in spike-shaped inflorescences, large flowers of various shades adorn both simple front gardens in a peasant style, and the most exquisite floral arrangements. Mallow is also called mallow (malva), which has more modest flowers.

Diseases and pests of apple trees: causes and struggle

Apple trees often get sick, and diseases can be fungal, bacterial or even viral. And also there are many different insect pests that affect not only the fruits, but also leaves, shoots, bark and even roots. It is often difficult for a gardener to understand what kind of problem arose on the apple tree, what are the reasons for the lack of flowering or shedding of fruits.

How I planted leek in the Tver region

For some reason, leek is not popular for cultivation in the middle lane. I think this is wrong. It is not only healthy, tasty and gives piquancy to any dish, but also high-yielding. You just need to know which variety to grow and how. I prefer the Karantansky variety (he even wintered in my garden, accidentally stayed), but sometimes for a change I buy the Winner (it grows thicker, but is stored worse).

How to propagate raspberries: seeds, cuttings, layering, dividing the bush

Raspberries are susceptible to many diseases, including those of viral origin. In cases where the signs of the disease are hardly noticeable, the propagation of raspberries using various parts of infected plants will lead to the spread of the disease. If you decide to plant a new variety in your country house, it is better to buy a seedling grown in a special nursery.

23 powdery mildew products

Each gardener has met at least once with such an unpleasant plant disease as powdery mildew (ashtray). The emergence of a fungal infection provokes the smallest parasites. Fighting them is not so much difficult as long and unpleasant. Infected bushes have to be sprayed several times and even the correct treatment does not always give results immediately.

Rosa Graham Thomas - hybrid characteristics

The English rose Graham Thomas is distinguished by bright and at the same time delicate yellow large buds. In their homeland in England, no garden or park design is complete without this flower. Rose Graham Thomas: Description of the variety Rose Graham Thomas is popularly called the English rose.

Care for cabbage in summer and autumn

In ancient times, cabbage was called the “queen of the garden”. I suspect that due to the constant care of this crop. As the saying goes: "do not drown, do not rush." It is not easy to achieve a noble harvest. Hopefully a few practical tips will help novice gardeners. Watering Somewhere I read that cabbage leaves evaporate up to 7 liters of water per day, more than 300 per season.