Learning To Appreciate Calla Lily's Beauty

Out of all plants that I do have in my garden, the calla lilies I think are far the most extraordinary plant. Although they are not considered to be true lilies, this beautiful plant is available in a multitude of colors, grows from rhizomes and is ideal for use in beds and borders. One can also grow calla lilies in containers indoors or you could plant it outdoors either in garden beds or window boxes. Planting your calla lilies from seed may take a long time plus these seeds do not have a high germination rate. It is ideal to start from tubers or rhizomes. Proper planting and location are about the only important things to consider when growing calla lilies. They also require to be planted in loose, well-drained soil. Also consider placing them in full sun or partial shade in warmer climates.

Calla lily flowers are also called trumpet lilies or Lily of the Nile. Most often, they do have a waxy-white flowers that gracefully twist and curl, ending in a delicate point. The most popular color of calla lily is the color white, but they do come in varieties of colors. They come in orange, red, dark green and pink heart-shaped foliage which can also be variegated with white spots. The very first calla lily plant that we had was a white one. Then, later on, one of our friend gave us a calla lily with brilliant blend of pink and purple colors that compliments its pink damask container. I personally think that the pink calla lily can go with any occasion, simply because its elegant blossom sends the right message.

Always remember that choosing the right plant for your garden and for the type of soil that you have at home is the first step in attaining a successful and beautiful garden. The maintenance of these flowering plants comes next. Gardening is such a nice hobby that everyone from different age level can enjoy.

A Lavender's Worth To Every Human

 

Lavender as we all know is a very useful plant especially at home and also has medicinal use for health problems. They can also be used as part of an ingredient when making a recipe or cooking some delicious meal. If you are planning to get a lavender or thinking of planting them in your own garden, then there are things to remember. These lavender plants needs a little more care than any hardier plant, but putting that extra effort is really worth it. Aside from their delicate, light purple flowers, lavender produce a fragrance that can fill your whole yard and home even up to the streets. These benefits aren't limited to the months were the flowers are blooming.

A lavender plant is also a soothing herb which can calm your stomach, mind and skin problems. Bloating and poor digestion can result from an overgrowth of bacteria. As per research of medical experts, It is the polyphenols in lavender that can help you reduce the bad bacteria on your gut. Lavender oil can help in your scalp conditions as well as some inflammation problem in your skin like insect bites. You also may have heard that breathing in the smell of lavender makes you drowsy, research show that the scent lowers heart rate and blood pressure, putting you in a relaxed state. That is why these lavender plants are well recommended because of it's many uses. One can either grow them from seed so that they can adapt to their environment right from the time they germinate or you can buy the ready-grown lavender shrubs and transplant them into your garden to avoid the extra work.

Lavender also fends off pests. For us humans, the scent of lavenders may be pleasant or aromatic but a lot of insects avoid it, making it, an organic natural repellant. For whatever purpose you may have in mind, lavender plants are a great addition to your home and garden as well.

Ceramic Garden Mushrooms Makes A Great Addition To Your Garden

Whenever I come across garden statues such as the Ceramic Garden Mushrooms and garden gnomes, I am always reminded of the animated films Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Gnomeo and Juliet. My nieces and nephews feel the same way too. They were thrilled and ecstatic after seeing these Ceramic Garden Mushrooms and garden gnomes for the first time. They would hide behind the doors at night hoping that they could take a peek of these garden statues come alive through the peep hole. Seeing them do this also reminds us how we used to be.

Back then my siblings and I would talk to these garden statues as though they were alive. We would play next to it pretending that there were dwarfs who were either sitting or standing next to the ceramic garden mushrooms while my cousin pretends that she is Snow White. Our parents would use these garden statues to get through to us especially when we were just being kids-wild, stubborn and spoiled (but not rotten). But of course we will use a different approach if these kids become uncontrollable as they strongly resemble how we were back then.

On the other hand, the adults like these new additions in our garden as well. They were even thinking of buying a set of Ceramic Garden Mushrooms - Winter Fairy Garden Décor. But after seeing Ceramic Garden Mushrooms - Spring Fairy Garden Décor, Ceramic Garden Mushrooms - Summer Fairy Garden Décor and Ceramic Garden Mushrooms - Fall Fairy Garden Décor, they want to buy all of them for their collection especially the Summer Fairy Garden Décor. The Summer Fairy Garden Décor is also my favorite. I love the colors. Looking at it makes me happy for no reason. I guess it is because of the red, orange and yellow colors of the ceramic garden mushrooms.

The Many Benefits of Lavender

 

 

Lavender is considered to be an herb. It has its many uses especially as ornamental plants for garden and landscape use, for use as culinary herbs, and also commercially for the extraction of essential oils. The flower and the oil of lavender are used to make medicine. It is one of the most nostalgic fragrances, bringing scenes of childhood vividly to the mind: high summer that lasts forever, lavender bushes shimmering against blue sky, the bees blundering in and out among the flowers, stirring up the intense sweet sensation. But again, lavender is much more than just pretty and calming. It is one of the most powerful remedies in the plant world, offering both physical and emotional relief for problems as varied as burns, migraines, insomnia, insect bites, skin problems, infections, stress, and nervous tension. 

One of my close friend, used to have these insomnia attacks for days and her doctor gave her sleeping pills to help her sleep because our body and mind needs to rest too. Those sleeping pills didn't have any affect on her sleeping habits, so the doctor gave her a much higher dosage and inform her of using lavender in her room to help her in sleeping. That actually made a difference. it help her put into sleep faster and lately she doesn't even need to take those sleeping pills. It's all thanks to the lavender aromatic oils that she uses at home. Since, I am growing lavender plants in my garden. I decided to give her one as a gift, so I bought a purple ceramic container and transferred some lavender. She really like the plant and decided to put it in her room near her bed. She is very thankful because she feel that I really cared for her a lot.

Lavender is particularly rich in aromatic molecules called esters, which are antispasmodic, pacifying and tonic, while other molecules give it's anti viral, bacterial and anti-inflammatory powers. Of the many, therapeutic attributes of Lavender oil, respiratory relief would be one of the most consistently reported benefits. Certainly eases breathing when lungs and sinuses are choked with phlegm. It also defends system against airborne viruses. Knowing all of these benefits, I am very glad that I was able to take care and maintain this type of plant at home.

Growing Your Own Bonsai Plant

 

It has a long story of beliefs that bonsai are lucky plants because they bring good luck to every household that cares and maintains them. One of the many plants that you could cultivate as bonsai is the Pyracantha or sometimes referred to as Firethorn. It is an Asian evergreen which has an abundance of white blossoms in spring and is loaded with beautiful orange-red berries on spurs along the wood of the previous year's growth in autumn. They resemble and are related to Cotoneaster. Firethorn is favored for their year round foliage, their abundant flowering capabilities and for their numerous fruit in autumn. The name Firethorn is derived from the fiery berry color and very sharp long thorns that carried on branches and these thorns may become branches in the future.

We all know that bonsai is the reproduction of natural tree forms in to a miniature form. This art form has its origin in Japan and China where it has been practiced for centuries. These bonsai are usually grown in pots and are totally dependent on you for their care. Pyracantha bonsai may be grown either indoors or outdoors and they do have specific care instructions if you choose either of the options. Always remember that with proper care, your bonsai will remain healthy, beautiful miniature for many years to come. If you place your bonsai indoors, please remember to put it in a cool, bright location receiving two or more hours of sunlight a day and appreciates being kept outdoors during the spring and summer. 

Firethorn bonsai require careful attention to watering. You must make sure to apply water before the soil appears dry -- never allow the soil to become completely dry. Keeping the soil evenly moist but not soggy. It doesn't really matter "how" you water your tree, but rather that when you are finished the tree has been well watered. Trimming, pinching,repotting and pruning is also necessary for the growth of your bonsai.

Keeping Up With Houseplants

 

Having your own plant at home is always a benefit for homeowners because of the many advantages that it provides. One of which and the most important benefit is the cleansing of the air inside our home. There are specific plants that are air purifier, but all of the plants are usually taking in the bad air and gives out fresh air or the oxygen which we needed in order to live. So, if we have a plant or should I say plants at home, we should do anything to take care of it. They should always be free from pests, and from time to time make sure that it receives proper light from the sun, and most of all never to forget to water them because dehydrated plants will soon wither and die.

There would always come a time that we will be out for a vacation and forgets about the maintenance of our plant. Comes back after three days or a week of vacation only to find out that your plant is dying and needs water immediately. One of my friend recommended, the Bali Planter which she bought online at Emilysplants.com. The Bali Planter has a system that has a bottom reservoir in which it accumulates water and allows the plant to wick up the water as needed. It is actually very convenient especially for those who are always busy at work and forgets to water the plant before leaving the house to go to work. This is also great for offices and many more business or commercial spaces.

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Care Instructions for Saintpaulias

 

African Violets are a genus of 6-20 species of herbaceous perennial flowering plants in the family Gesneriaceae. They are also called as Saintpaulias which are native to Tanzania and adjacent southeastern Kenya in eastern tropical Africa. The African Violet got it's name from their superficial resemblance to the true violets and they are very common household indoor plant but can also be an outdoor plant. Several species and subspecies are endangered, and many more are threatened, due to their native cloud forest habitats being cleared for agriculture. Since these plants are said to be already endangered, why not we try to cultivate them and let them thrive at home or at our own garden, but we must also know how to take care of these plants because these type of plants are very sensitive when it comes to temperature changes and especially rapid leaf cooling.

Let me share to you the basic growing techniques to a healthy and blooming African violet plant. One of the basic requirement is the Light, because the amount of light that the African Violet receives is important for it's health and overall performance, so make sure to place them in a location where there is moderate to bright, but indirect, indoor light. Insufficient sunlight can be harmful, too much sunlight can also cause problems. Second is watering, make sure to keep soil moist to dry, and allow soil around roots to dry before watering that is to encourage blooming. In general, African violets need just enough water to keep the soil moist but never soggy and they may die from over watering.Third is getting them a good growing method, a potting medium is suitable for African violets, and it should be sterilized to light and airy allowing for the roots to penetrate properly. Soil-less mixes are ideal because they contain sphagnum peat, vermiculite and perlite. Fifth is providing the plant with the right atmosphere, African violets thrive in an environment which most people would consider pleasant, therefore if you are feeling comfortable, chances are, your plants are feeling comfortable as well. 

Lastly, is to fertilize. Lack of regular feeding is one of the reason why these African violet will not bloom. The best way to feed is to use a dilute fertilizer solution every time you water. Always remember to find a fertilizer with a low nitrogen urea contents as urea burns the roots. Always remember these simple steps for your Saintpaulias to grow bloomingly and in these little way we can still preserve the beauty of the African Violets.