Chlorosis in houseplants is a common issue where the leaves lose their green colouration due to insufficient chlorophyll production. This can be caused by various factors such as nutrient deficiencies, improper watering, poor soil quality, inadequate sunlight, and/or pests and diseases.
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Here’s a short guide to treating cold-damaged palms in the UK. For a more in-depth article, click here. When it comes to cold damaged palms, the old adage is true: prevention is better than cure! If at all possible, protect palms from freezing temperatures in the first place with horticultural fleece. That said, if you … Continued
Banana plants are among the easiest of exotic plants to grow and new species are introduced all the time. The species of bananas that are suited for indoor use are dwarf varieties of the tropical species that actually make your everyday bananas. They can be add a touch of tropical to any indoor setting.
Cycad plants are hardy, evergreen that grow in sand or hard rock. Cycads are dioecious plants; there are separate male and female plants. The female plant produces seeds, and the male plant produces cones filled with pollen.
Ferns are an extremely diverse category of plants that have survived since the age of dinosaurs. They are instantly recognizable by their pleasing architectural foliage, often finely divided.
The soft tree ferns are part of a group of about 25 species, spread mostly in the Southern hemisphere, and the soft tree fern, also known as Dicksonia antarctica, is one of them.
Peace Lilies (Spathiphyllum), with their lush green foliage and elegant white flowers, are popular choices for indoor plants in the UK. These versatile plants can thrive in a variety of conditions, making them suitable for both experienced and new plant parents.
Banana plants are among the easiest of exotic plants to grow and new species are introduced all the time.
The hardy banana tree is actually an herbaceous perennial (the world’s largest) despite being referred to as a tree. What looks like a trunk is actually tightly bound banana leaves.
The Bird of Paradise is a tropical plant in the family better known as gingers. This family includes 7 species of plants ranging from a few feet in height up to 5 metres (16 feet), like for example the Traveller’s Palm.
Prayer plants can seem a high-maintenance choice at first, because they require the perfect combination elements. They thrive best when provided with tropical forest like conditions: warm, moist, gentle airflow, and a bit of fertiliser. But when you set up the best conditions from the start and understand how to care for this plant, it will fairly easy to maintain it.
Among the oldest cultivated trees in the world, the olive tree is a great addition to any garden. Growing well both in pots and in the ground, even in poor or stony soil.
Olive trees are evergreen and will add a Mediterranean feel to your garden, patio or balcony.
Olive trees, though typically associated with Mediterranean climates, have become increasingly popular in the United Kingdom due to their ornamental appeal and ability to withstand milder British winters. However, the UK’s unique climate can also attract unwanted pests, such as woolly aphids. These tiny insects can infest olive trees, causing damage to foliage and impeding their overall health.
Bamboo is a wonderful, fast growing grass that will create an instant backdrop in your garden, a privacy screen or a hedge. With its astonishing growth rate, bamboo effortlessly establishes itself as a natural canvas, creating an instant backdrop that can redefine the aesthetic of your outdoor space.
When it comes to cold damaged palms, the old adage is true: prevention is better than cure! If at all possible, protect palms from freezing temperatures in the first place with horticultural fleece. That said, if you have a palm that has suffered with cold damage, keep reading to find out what you can do to give it the best chance of recovery and survival.
Ground ferns are an extremely diverse category of plants that have survived since the age of dinosaurs. They are instantly recognizable by their pleasing architectural foliage, often finely divided.
Most palms need tropical or subtropical temperatures, but there are some suitable for planting outdoors in the British Isles.
Hardy palms are invaluable as structural plants in tropical-style gardens and look effective when planted with bananas, bamboos and New Zealand flax.
Indoor plants add beauty and freshness to our living spaces, but not all plant species are suitable for indoor cultivation. One such example is the olive tree (Olea europaea).
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