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01 Sep

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
Most Suited Ornamental Plants For Bengaluru Climate
Selecting ornamental plants for the Bangalore climate (which has a tropical savanna climate) requires considering factors like temperature, humidity, rainfall, and soil type. Here are some ornamental plants that thrive in Bangalore's climate:

Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.): These colorful, low-maintenance plants are well-suited for Bangalore's warm climate. They come in various colors and can be grown as climbers or in pots.

Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis): Known for their large, vibrant flowers, hibiscus plants love the tropical climate of Bangalore. They are available in numerous colors and can be grown as shrubs or small trees.

Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea seifrizii): An excellent choice for indoor or outdoor landscaping, the bamboo palm is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in Bangalore's climate. It adds a touch of green to your living spaces.

Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens): Areca palms are popular ornamental plants in Bangalore due to their air-purifying properties and elegant fronds. They grow well in pots or as part of landscape design.

Ixora (Ixora spp.): These evergreen shrubs produce vibrant clusters of red, orange, or yellow flowers. They're ideal for hedges, borders, or as standalone ornamental plants in Bangalore gardens.

Plumeria (Plumeria spp.): Also known as Frangipani, these small trees are famous for their fragrant, colorful flowers. They are well-suited for Bangalore's warm climate and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Adenium (Adenium obesum): Commonly called Desert Rose, Adenium is a succulent plant with striking, trumpet-shaped flowers. It thrives in hot, dry conditions and can be grown in pots.

Ficus (Ficus spp.): Ficus trees, such as the Ficus elastica (Rubber Plant) or Ficus benjamina (Weeping Fig), are great for indoor and outdoor use. They are low-maintenance and can adapt to the Bangalore climate.

Geranium (Pelargonium spp.): Geraniums produce colorful, fragrant flowers and are suitable for both pots and flowerbeds. They can tolerate Bangalore's climate with proper care.

Moss Rose (Portulaca grandiflora): These low-growing succulents are known for their vibrant, drought-tolerant flowers. They are perfect for sunny spots in your garden or as hanging basket plants.

Lantana (Lantana camara): Lantana is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that blooms with clusters of colorful flowers. It's an excellent choice for landscaping and attracts pollinators.

Marigold (Tagetes spp.): Marigolds are easy-to-grow annuals that provide a burst of color to your garden. They are well-suited for Bangalore's climate and can be used as borders or in pots.

Remember to consider factors like soil preparation, watering, and sunlight requirements for each plant species to ensure their optimal growth and health in Bangalore's climate.
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28 Aug

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
How To Take Care Of Petrea Racemosa Plant
Sunlight: Provide your Petrea Racemosa plant with bright, indirect sunlight. It thrives in partial shade to full sun. Watering: Water moderately, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again. Over watering can lead to root rot. Soil: Use well-draining soil rich in organic matter, like a mix of potting soil and perlite. Temperature: Petrea Racemosa prefers warm temperatures between 65°F to 85°F (18°C to 29°C). Protect it from cold drafts. Humidity: Maintain moderate to high humidity levels. Misting the plant or using a humidity tray can help. Fertilizing: Feed your plant every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer. Pruning: Prune to control its growth and shape. Trim back leggy or dead branches regularly. Support: Provide a trellis or support structure for the vine to climb on, as Petrea Racemosa is a climbing plant. Pests: Watch out for common pests like aphids and spider mites. If detected, treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil. Repotting: Repot when the plant becomes root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Choose a slightly larger pot and fresh potting mix.
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18 Jul

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Categories: Most Frequently Asked Questions
5 Plants That Are Safe For Cats And Dogs
Bringing the beauty of nature into your home can be a wonderful way to create a peaceful and vibrant atmosphere. However, as pet owners, it's important to ensure that the plants we choose are safe for our furry companions. In this article, we'll explore five pet-friendly plants that can coexist harmoniously with cats and dogs, adding a touch of greenery to your living space without compromising your pets' well-being.

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum): Spider plants are not only visually appealing with their cascading foliage, but they are also non-toxic to both cats and dogs. They are easy to care for, thrive in various light conditions, and help purify the air by absorbing harmful toxins. While some pets may show mild interest in chewing the long, arching leaves, the plant poses no significant risk to their health.

Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata): The Boston Fern is a popular choice among pet owners due to its lush, feathery fronds and its non-toxic nature. It adds a touch of elegance to any room and thrives in humid environments with indirect light. Just ensure that the soil remains consistently moist, as dry conditions may cause the fern's delicate foliage to brown.

Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens): The Areca Palm, also known as the Butterfly Palm, is an excellent choice for pet-friendly households. With its graceful, arching fronds and air-purifying qualities, this plant brings a tropical vibe to your home. It is non-toxic to both cats and dogs, making it a safe option even if your pets occasionally nibble on the leaves.

Calathea (Calathea spp.): Calathea plants are renowned for their stunning, patterned leaves that come in various colors and shapes. These low-light-loving plants not only add a touch of beauty but are also safe for pets. Their non-toxic nature makes them a worry-free choice, allowing you to enjoy their vibrant foliage without concern.

Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans): The Parlor Palm is an excellent choice for those seeking a compact, pet-friendly plant. It features delicate, palm-like fronds and is safe for both cats and dogs. Thriving in low to medium light, this resilient plant can withstand neglectful watering habits, making it ideal for busy pet owners.
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29 Apr

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
Some Fun Facts About Plants
Here are 10 fun facts about plants:

The tallest tree in the world is the coast redwood, which can reach heights of over 360 feet (110 meters)

The largest flower in the world is the Rafflesia arnoldii, which can grow up to three feet (one meter) in diameter and weigh up to 15 pounds (seven kilograms).

The Venus Flytrap is a carnivorous plant that uses its leaves to trap and digest insects.

The Corpse Flower is a plant that emits a foul odor when it blooms, resembling the scent of rotting flesh, to attract pollinators such as flies and beetles.

The world's oldest known living plant is a clonal colony of aspen trees in Utah, USA, estimated to be around 80,000 years old.

The cacao tree, from which chocolate is made, can only grow within 20 degrees of the equator.

The Welwitschia mirabilis is a plant species found only in the Namib Desert of southern Africa, and can live for up to 2,000 years.

The world's largest seed is the coco de mer, found only in the Seychelles, and can weigh up to 66 pounds (30 kilograms)!

The Pando tree, located in Utah, is a single organism made up of over 40,000 individual trees connected by a single root system.

The world's largest flower garden, the Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands, features over seven million flowers and bulbs annually, including tulips, hyacinths, and daffodils.
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25 Mar

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Categories: Most Frequently Asked Questions
Some Most Common Questions Answered About Plants
Some Most Common Questions Answered About Plants

Effect Of Plants On Our Health

The most important thing that plants do for us is they improve the air quality around making us breathe healthy air.

Are All Plants Safe

All plants available in our collection are safe and will have a healthy impact on your life.

About Indoor Plants

Plants mostly flourish while kept outdoors but there is a wide variety of plants which can be kept indoors.

Do All Plants Need Sunlight

Yes every plant need a certain amount of light. Most plants thrive in direct sunlight.

Use Of Drainage Holes

Drainage holes help the water to flush out extra salts and excess water is also released from them.
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20 May

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
Teaching Kids The Fun Of Gardening
Teaching Kids The Fun Of Gardening

Inculcating gardening as a hobby in your little ones can be one of the best decisions you can make.

Here are some tips which can make your children excited to get into gardening and have fun while learning this life long essential hobby.

Child Size Tools

Get them a small watering can and a child sized trowel as well as some colorful gloves will add to the excitement.

Separate Space

Give them a corner in your garden where they can do whatever they want to.

Choice

Let the kids decide what they would like to grow. Mostly children are interested in growing pumpkins, sunflowers, beans etc. Radish is one such plant which shows fast growth and can keep them interested.

Educating Them About Beneficial Insects

Tell them about how some insects like lady bugs and butterflies are beneficial for the plants and how everything is so inter connected in nature.

Garden Safety

Since some plants can be toxic and growing in your garden always teach them not to put anything in their mouth from the garden.

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13 Oct

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
How To keep Your garden Safe During The Rainy Season
How to keep your garden safe during the rainy season

Heavy rains during the monsoon season can be the bane of garden lives. Frequent bashing due to heavy rain can destroy even the most resilient plants and drive all the hard work you put in to build that beautiful garden down in the drain.

I know, it all sounds familiar; in fact, many of us have experienced our beautiful garden getting ruined by rain in front of our eyes. Not anymore, here a few measures we all can take, and keep your plants alive over the drizzly season.

Treat for waterlogging:

Waterlogging is not only rampant on public roads in our country but also in most people's gardens. After heavy rainfall, spots occur where water remains in puddles and doesn't drain away. It clogs oxygen supply to the roots, and they stop growing and eventually die.

Understanding the symptoms:

First and foremost, don't be deceived into watering your plant, in the rainy seasons, because of yellowing leaves, drooping stems, and dropping leaves. These are all classic signs of your plant suffocating to death due to a lack of oxygen, not reaching the roots.

Ironically, many people misread these signs of plants dying due to obstruction of oxygen supply to the roots as plants need watering.

How to keep plants safe:

Adding mulch is an effective strategy that once can adopt to keep the plants safe during the rainy season. By absorbing moisture, they facilitate the flow of oxygen to the roots and keep weeds under check. You can make mulch at home using organic material like hay, tree bark, or chippings.

Use a garden fork to make holes in the soil; water gets lodged in the air pockets that obstructs the flow of air to the roots. You can ventilate the garden by making holes to release the waterlogged air pockets. The deeper you can spike, the better for your garden.

Lack of sunlight is another major factor that kills the plants and damages your garden. If you live in a region that remains cloudy for most of the year, consider investing in some artificial lighting system for your garden.

If you live in a thick clay soil region, consider using growing frames in your garden. As this type of soil is prone to waterlogging, you can fill the bed with good quality topsoil and compost to keep your plants safe.

Keep your plants against torrential downpours and the resulting waterlogging by following these simple steps.
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13 Oct

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
Common Mistakes To Avoid While Building Your Garden
It doesn't matter if you spend years building your garden or just getting started to develop a space full of life right behind your window, you will always face challenges and stumble over little pitfalls. Some of these self-inflicted mishaps and some by the hands of Mother Nature are among the many beautiful things about gardening that facilitate lifelong learning, patience, and passion.

While building your garden, you will learn a lot by making mistakes, and its the part of the process. However, here are a few common mishaps that you can avoid:

You have taken up more than you can handle: Are you one of those who have just taken up gardening and are already dreaming of green lunch space full of beautiful flowers and plants?

We are sorry to break it to you; it seldom works out the way you imagine. Start by building one or two manageable garden raisin beds or strips to which you can devote enough time. Also, carefully pick plants that are resilient and do not require a lot of attention or care.

Choose plants ideal for the climate conditions in your region: Many people are now buying plants online; thus, they often pick plants that are not ideal or could not survive in the climate conditions prevailing in their region. Conducting thorough research regarding the planting season and soil conditions before buying a plant will go a long way to build your dream garden.

Do not neglect the soil's health: People often consider "smut" as "soil"; unfortunately, it is not the case. Usually, your garden beds do not contain all the nutrients and lack the right mix of drainage and moisture retention properties that plants need to thrive. Invest in compost and some mild slow-release natural fertilizers to provide the plants with the necessary nutrition that can help them grow.

Excess watering: Showering too much love may not be in their best interest. Watering too much is a common mistake that people who are just getting started with gardening make. Plants breathe through their tissues and roots. If the roots are wet for an extended period, plants are unable to breathe and suffocate. It also increases the probability of them getting rotten or catching a disease.

Overcrowding: Don't ignore the recommended spacing guidelines while planting. People often do not pay attention to the instructions provided with the plants and seeds, which leads to over-crowding; plants and are unable to get sufficient nutrients, water, airflow, and sunlight. It also leads to the spread of disease and pests.

We hope you could pick up a few pointers about how to start building the garden you always wanted. As always, feel free to shoot me questions!
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13 Oct

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
Common Plant Diseases And How To Treat Them
Common Plant Diseases And How To Cure Them

Bacterial Spot

It is a very common plant disease caused by war and wet environment. The plant afflicted with it can be recognized with small dark raised spots on leaves. The cure is to destroy the infected plant and apply a good fungicide specifically meant for the diseases which you can get from the local shop.

Bacterial Blight

The disease is caused by wet and cool weather. If the leaves of a plant shows large yellow spots and are turning brown it is suffering from bacterial blight. The cure is to get rid of infected plants and ensuring adequate space between new plants.

Ralstonia Solanacearum

Also known as bacterial wilt is caused by weeds or contaminated soil. The leaves wilt during day and turn yellow and remain wilted. The only fix is to get rid of infected plant and use new pathogen free potting soil.

Thielaviopsis

The disease is caused by damp soil in temepratures around 12 to 15 degrees celsius. The plant suffers from stunted foliage with blackened root system. A good fungicide can be used as preventive treatment.

Aphids

The disease is caused by high nitrogen and warm environment and its symptoms are small green , yellow bugs on both stems and leaves. They can be get rid of by wiping the plant with alcohol or soapy water.

Cucumber Mosaic Virus

The disease is caused by aphids and plant has yellow spots or streaking on the leaves visible. The only option is to get rid of infected plant and maintaind good environment free of aphids.
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13 Oct

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Categories: TOP GARDENING DIY TIPS
Seven Common Reasons Your Seeds Are Not Germinating
Seven Common Reasons Your Seeds Are Not Germinating

1. Using non viable or old seeds - Always buy seeds from reliable sources.

If seeds float in water they are not viable.

2. Wrong Planting Depth.

It is better to plant seeds too shallow than too deep. Also do not press hard over the seeds after sowing them.

3. Bad Seed Staring Potting Mix Or Soil

Hard soil or soil with too much stones will not allow the seeds to sprout freely.
Best combination is to use 70 percent cocopeat and 30% cow manure.

4. Wrong Temperature Or Season

There is always the right time of the year for every seed to be sowed. Sowing them during wrong time of the year will not yield any result.

5. Improper Watering

Balanced watering is very important. Do not over water or under water. Just try to keep the mix moisturized.

6. Dirty Container

Make sure to clean the container before using it for planting purpose. Use baking soda to clean the container.

7. Sunlight

Sunlight is not required for germination but once the sprouts come out then do require sunlight. Gradual exposure to sun is best method to develop healthy plants.
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