The genus Sansevieria belongs to the asparagus family, as do the aloes and agaves that grow in a similar way. 70 species of Sansevieria are known, the majority of which are native to Africa. They conquered the world a long time ago – the botanical name of the genus honors Pietro Antonio Sanseverino, a horticultural patron who…
When orchids don’t bloom, they refuse to re-bloom for good reason. Far away from their tropical homeland, the sensitive rainforest flowers keep their blossoms under lock and key if they are not comfortable with their location and care. With these tips you can find out the cause and fix the bottleneck. How to get your orchids to bloom…
If your orchids shed buds and flowers, this symptom indicates complications in their care. By isolating the trigger for the problem, the correct countermeasures become apparent. The spectrum of possible problem sources extends from unsuitable locations to improper watering to escaping ripening gas and dry heating air. This guide explains the most common causes of bud and flower…
Poinsettias are winter plants and only show their graceful red leaves with small flowers in the cold season. Then they are usually disposed of, but this does not have to be, because the poinsettia is a perennial plant if it is properly “summered”. Care requires a little patience and skill, but with a lot of tact the…
In nature, a rubber tree (Ficus elastica) can grow up to forty meters high. At this size, the trunk has a gigantic diameter of two meters. Such dimensions are of course not desired in the home. That is why it is necessary to prune the popular houseplant when it gets too big. Some specimens only grow with one or…
In order to generate an evergreen, vitalizing jungle atmosphere in living rooms and offices, there is no way around a dragon tree. The elegantly grown Dracaena species and varieties inspire with lush green, red-edged or cream-white variegated sword leaves and up to 200 cm in height. In view of so much floral lease development, little attention is…
Garden cineraries are pretty spring flowers that herald the start of the gardening season with their colorful blooms. The exotic plants are not only suitable for the room, but can also take their place on the bright balcony or terrace in warm temperatures. With a few tricks, the one- and two-tone varieties can be stimulated to a…
Where the trivial nickname of this plant rarity comes from can be guessed at a glance at the interesting flowers. In terms of shape, these are reminiscent of the paws of a kangaroo. It is fitting that the original home of the Anigozanthos is in southwest Australia. Kangaroo paws are one of the variety of perennials that is…
Petticoat palms (Washingtonia robusta) growing in nature reach impressive heights of over 20 meters, while their trunk remains densely covered by dried leaves. If you cultivate the distinctive palm in the apartment, these fronds are usually cut off as soon as they are completely dry. This slender fan palm grows with a single stem and forms an…
If you aim to emulate the magic of Mediterranean gardens in your flower bed and on the balcony, the bridal myrtle is an excellent choice. The opulent flowering wood inspires with richly branched branches, densely covered with dark green, subtly shiny, pointed leaves. From May to August a unique flower symphony unfolds in pure white, surrounded by bewitching scents. So…