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2022-05-23 Codaeum variegatum common name crotons

Hallo everyone today i will talk about Codiaeum variegatum plant. Its a common plant that grown for striking foliage. This is an evergreen shrub or you can say a small tree varies widely in leaf color and pattern.  Its common  name is crotons. Codiaeum variegatum care. Its needs plenty of bright lights, consistently warm spot and also high humidity. thay can take some direct sunlight but also keep them away from direct midday sun. Keep your soil moist from spring to autumn and also provide some humidity by misting regularly or standing on a tray of moist pebbles. Codiaeum variegatum height. It is a tropical evergreen shrub growing to 3m  tall and it has large, thick leathery, shiny evergreen leaves, alternately arranged 5-30 cm long and .5 to 8 cm broad. Codiaeum variegatum uses. This is a plant species constituted of more than 300 cultivars which are mostly used as a indoor plants for decorations. Codiaeum variegatum medicinal uses. It is used for treatment of diarrhoea, stomach ache,

2022-05-22 Combretum indicum common name madhu malti

How to plant a  Cobratum indicum plants. Cobratum indicum is very beautiful plants ins commonly called Madhu malti or Rangoon creeper with clustered red flowers which is native to tropical Asia. Cobratum indicum characteristics. These plants leaves are elliptical with an acuminate tip and a rounded base. They grow about 7 to 15 cm with the opposite arrangements. The flowers are tabular with fragrance and different variety of colors white, pink red etc. It has 30 to 35 mm long fruits as well. Cobratum indicum uses. It prefers medium to bright sunlight and well drained soil. Growth rate is fast and this plant does not need heavy fertilizer. Its perennial climber which does not need maintenance.  Cobratum indicum medicinal uses. Its leaves used for skin problems. such as boil for a juice. It is used to treat headache also and applied on forehead which work efficiently in reducing headache. The fruits are chew as a remedy for cough.  Subscribe like and share my YouTube channel link is give

2022-05-21 Quisqualis Indica common name Rangoon creeper

Quisqualis indica required sun to partial shade. Its is commonly called rangoon creeper. This creeper survive in variety of soil are provided well. Quisqualis indica place to grow. It is very easy to grow in either pots or directly in the ground. And also can be grown very easily in any type of soil conditions. Quisqualis indica plants medicinal uses. This plant is used as a herbal medicine. Fruits decoction can also be used for gargling. The fruits also used for combat nephritis.  How to plant quisqualis indica in pots. Planting rangoon creepers stems in the pots. when stems has developed the root take it out and put it in the pot. Make sure the planting pot contains fresh potting soil. You can use a towel to transfer the stem cutting and grow the plants in pot. How to plant quisqualis indica cutting. Select a matured branch. Position the stem cutting in the partial shade or filtered light. Mist the leaves of rangoon creepers stem cutting around 2 to 3 times a day. Burry roughly 1 inc

2022-05-20 Bloom of Protulaca grandiflora commonly called moss rose

Today I will let you know about Portulaca grandiflora plant. Its very pretty pink flowering plan. Best place to plant  Portulaca grandiflora. Its tolerate so many kinds of soil but sandy well drained soil is best for this plan and also its need full sunlight. These plants are excellent for their high heat and drought tolerance. These plants needs at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight and it can planted in a contained for landscape areas. Its best for beach front areas and water front locations. Growing guidelines for Portulaca grandiflora. It can grow with any type of fertile soil and good drainage. These plants need full sun. Start seeds indoors in spring and set out the seedlings after the last frost has passed and the soil is warm. Maintenance of Portulaca grandiflora plant. Regular water them that helps them more blooms. The succulent plant foliage store water well and has a small root zone. Plant should have well draining system and allow to dry out before watering again. Portu

2022-05-19 Lantana camera common name flower of India

Where to plant  Lantana camera. Choose a sunny area and plant them in a well drained soil. these are very beautiful plants. Although these plants are tolerant of many soil conditions, lantana flowers prefer slightly acidic soil. Mulching with pine needles is an easy way to increase acidity levels in the soil. Sun loving or shade loving plant. Lantana need full sun for nest growing but it can grow in partial shed as well. Growing Lantana does not need intense soil preparation to planting.  Best time to plant Lantana. Best season to plant Lantana is spring, hardy lantana will  typically show no growth in the spring until soil and air temperature are quite warm. What Landscape architect can plant next to Lantana.   Lantana work well as stand alone plant, it can also be paired with other flowers that enjoy the sun and attract butterflies for enchanting butterfly garden arrangements. Pair lantana with sun loving varieties of salvia, pentas and algenia. How do you keep lantana blooming . To

2022-05-17 Delonix regia common name Gulmohar

Delonix regia tree characteristics. Delonix regia, commonly called Gulmohar, very beautiful tree which  a landscape architect can plant at a focal point or a focal area.  Delonix regia commonly called Gulmohar. It typically grows to 30 to 40 feet tall with a broad spreading, flat topped, umbrella like crown. Its is a perianal, semi evergreen tree that grows up to 20 cm height. It is a fast growing plants. It is grown as a ornamental tree plants. Delonix regia growth rate. This plant can grow up to 5 feet per year and mature and develop pretty fast. Give it some room and it will blossom the pride of your garden. As for as maintenance, prune the plan carefully and regularly during the initial growth stages.  Delonix regia propagations.  These trees are propagated from seeds, let the dry seeds soak them in luck warm water for few days before you put them for cultivation of soil. keep them a steady temperature 68 degree / 20 degree Celsius. It will take about 3 weeks until the seeds germin

2022-05-16 Jacaranda mimosifolia common name blue jacaranda

Jacaranda mimosifolia commonly called blue jacaranda. This tree is an open spot with sandy soil and full sun. They are an elegant tree with a relatively short trunk and a broad, spreading canopy. its not unusual to see a jacaranda wider than it is tall. Jacaranda will more often grow to less than 8m tall, although it can reach 12 to 15m under ideal conditions, taking 20 plus years to do so. How to grow Jacaranda mimosifolia. They like sandy soil with good drainage system and show of there lavender blooms best when planted in full sun. They grow relatively fast and will get up to 18m and just as wide. The spreading branches may fill your entire front yard. Care of Jacaranda mimosifolia. For the best blooming, plant your jacaranda tree in full sun where it received at least 6 to 8 hours of sun full day. Smaller tree can tolerate light shade if necessary but lack of optimum sunlight can impact the amount and vibrancy of there blooms. Subscribe my youtube channel.  https://youtube.com/chan

2022-14-14 Petunia commonly known as Petunia

Best place to plant Petunia. Petunia is genus of 20 species of flowering plants of South American origin. Petunias need at least 5 or 6 hours of good sunlight; they'll perform even better when located in full sun all day.  The more shade they receive, the fewer flowers they'll produce. Impatiens are a better choice for blooming in shady places.  How Long Do Petunias Last?   petunias can last between 2 and 3 years in warmer climates. However, the fact is that in the real sense, petunias are annuals in cold climates. As such, they might be unable to survive the cold temperature that comes with winter. Do petunias grow back every year. Petunias are perennial although most bedding are grown annuals from seed each year. Foliage season: spring.  soil moisture: moist but well drained. Time to ultimate height: 4 to 6 month.  Subscribe like and share my you tube channel link is given below. https://youtube.com/channel/UCrOR6btfCitpyZJRo76atew

2022-05-13 Pomegranate common name Anaar

The pomegranate commonly called Anaar and it is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub that grows between 5 and 10 m tall. Its skin is not edible, its has 100 of juicy seeds. Best place to plant pomegranate. Its is best to plant in spring or fall in warm place. Its need plenty of sun to produce fruits. Look that area to plant them where at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.  Best soil for pomegranate trees. Its perform best in loamy soils but will still grow quit well.  Good drainage is crucial for pomegranate trees, but they tolerate almost any soil, even its poor or alkaline soil in sandy and clay soil. Trees are tolerant of moderately acid to slightly alkaline soil and grow best in a soil PH range 5.5 to 7.2. Though pomegranate can tolerate short period of standing water. Can you grow pomegranate indoors. Pomegranate trees are surprisingly well suited to grow indoors. Unlike many other fruit trees they have shallow root which are good for container growing. Pomegranate tree height. The pome

2022-05-15 Lantana commonly called shrub verbena

Best place to plant Lantana. Simply choose a sunny location and plant them in well-draining soil. Although these plants are tolerant of many soil conditions, lantana flowers prefer slightly acidic soil. Mulching with pine needles is an easy way to increase acidity levels in the soil. Beautiful flower How dense it is looking  Lantana color. Lantana are tough plants that will flower all summer long, even though hot and dry spells. They come in lots of colors like yellow, pink, orange, purple and red. Can you grow lantana from seeds. Lantana can grow easily from seeds which can be started indoors any time of the year. simply plant the seeds in sterile commercial soil and mix the seeds cover the seeds lightly with the planting mix. You should keep the soil damp but not wet while waiting for germination to take place. Lantana medicinal uses. According to the publish medical review on medical properties of lantana its leaves are used for treating malaria, chicken pox, asthma,  swelling, feve

2022-05-12 Begonia plants very easy to grow in garden

Begonias are popular as annual bedding plants outdoors and as houseplants indoors. There are about 1500 different begonia species native to tropical regions worldwide, including Central and South America, Asia, and Africa. Begonias are an easy houseplant for beginners, with a range of species and selections for the more advanced gardeners. Some are grown for flowers, others for their foliage.  When to plant begonias outside. Always  plant begonias outside in may month when no more frost or forecast. Water them regularly and also feed them weekly with a high potash fertilizers like tomato feed. In autumn season dig up tuberous begonias and store them in a cool frost free spot for winter.   How to keep begonias blooming . Select a location which receiving more direct morning or evening sunlight than mid day sun. Early morning sunlight is much cooler with less intense rays. By keeping begonias out of the mid day direct sun then the plant have less stress and will produce more bloom. They

2022-05-11 Caesalpinia Pulcherrima common name Peacock Flower

Caesalpinia Pulcherrima best place to plant. The Caesalpinia Pulcherrima is a species of flowering plant. It grows best in porous, sandy and well drained soil.  To ensure it provides optimal drainage, add a little bit of peat to the soil mixture.  When to transplant  Caesalpinia Pulcherrima. Transplant before spring in late February or early March. When transplanting, use the same mixture of soil discussed. It should take about two months before the seeds grow into small Peacock Flowers that you can plant in individual pots. Uses of peacock flower. This plant can serve as a efficient barrier when plants near fences or wall. Landscape architect plant the for visual barrier. Its attract humongous birds. Its leaves can also used as a green manure or as a fertilizer mulch for plants.  Medicinal uses  of peacock flowers. It is uses for medicinal purposes  also. It has been commonly used to treat miner injuries or relive fever. And scientific studies indicated that it does have properties th

2022-05-11 Helianthus annuus commonly called sunflowers 🌻

Best place to plant outside a sunflower plant. Sunflowers need sun. They do best in fertile soil in a sheltered spot but also will do best in containers as well. If you want to grow your sunflower really tall it is best to plant them in ground instead of planting them in container. How late can you plant sunflower. Its best to sow sunflower seeds directly in garden after the danger of spring frost has past anytime after soil have wormed to at 10 degree Celsius. How long sunflower take to grow. Sunflowers grow very quickly. Many of them can goes 12 feet of growth only in 3 months. With the proper growing conditions sunflower will reach maturity in 70 to 100 days after planting.  When to plant sunflower. For the dwarf type of spacing of 50 to 60 cm is allowed. Seeds can be shown successfully from January to June  for flowering during summer and the rainy season. Seeds or either shown directly in permanent sites or transplanted. How to grow sunflowers in pots. Buy sunflower seeds and a co

2022-05-10 Dahlias commonly called garden dahlias

Best place to plant dahlia. This plants need well drained soil and sunny locations then it grows best flowers. They like warm weather and will not tolerate frost. Plant them outdoor after last frost date when the soil has warmed. Most of dahlias began flower by mid summer. Beautiful dahlia flowers When to plant dahlia in pots. Dahlia tubers can be started into growth in march or April in pots and then plant them outside  garden in late may and June. Can you leave dahlia on ground in winter. If you leave in hardiness zone where winter temperature rarely fall below 20 degree you may leave your dahlia tuber right in the ground. Simply cut them back to several inches above soil level. They will start growing in spring again. Can we grow dahlia from seeds. Start your seeds indoor 6 to 8 week prior last frost date. They can flower in summer month. It take about 100 to 120 days for seeds to produce flowers.  The more you cut a dahlia plant the more it will bloom. Dahlias are easy plants to gr

2022-05-09 Begonia crenata common name Begonia

When to plant begonias outside. Always  plant begonias outside in may month when no more frost or forecast. Water them regularly and also feed them weekly with a high potash fertilizers like tomato feed. In autumn season dig up tuberous begonias and store them in a cool frost free spot for winter.   How to keep begonias blooming . Select a location which receiving more direct morning or evening sunlight than mid day sun. Early morning sunlight is much cooler with less intense rays. By keeping begonias out of the mid day direct sun then the plant have less stress and will produce more bloom. How to take care of begonias in outdoor temperature. Most of the begonias care similar requirements. They thrive in warm temperature and regular consistent moisture. However the roots will rot quickly when soil remain wet for long period of time. They prefer bright light but are not suited for intense direct sunlight. How long begonia can last outside. Begonias don't  have long life span. Most o

2022-05-08 Viola tricolor var. hortensis commonly called Pansy and details about pansies

Where to plant pansy in garden. Pansies are large flower hybrid plant. Pansies are planted during cool, spring or fall month. Its prefer that site which provide full sun because its like sunny locations, direct morning sun and shield from intense afternoon rays. Well drained fertile soil that soil should be high organic matter that's helps in pansy blooming. When to plant pansies outside. Always plant pansies late summer to mid late autorun to bloom through winter and fallowing spring. They can also be planted in spring to early summer to bloom through  the early season. How to take care of pansies in summer. If your areas temperature go over 70 degrees in the summer pansies may struggle and wilt a little. Provide them partial shade, provide them little fertilizer and deadhead throw-out  the hot month to maximize blooming. In which temperature pansies can die. Pansies are winter hardy plants that survive well in cold and frost. They can not survive well when temperature drop below

2022-05-07 Lupinus plants commonly known garden lupin

What is the best place to plant a Lupinus. Choose a sunny location with average well drain soil condition. This plant will improve soil fertility over time. This plant prefer full sun and it can also grow as a partial shade as well as but flowering will be lessened . When to plant Lupinus seeds. Seeds can be planted very early spring but tend to do better if planted in late spring and allowed to over blooming in the flowering spring like foxgloves. Transplanting a Lupinus plant. The easiest way to propagate a lupinus plant is by taking a basal cutting in spring. Lupinus is also self seed in the garden so lifting a seedling in the garden trowel and potting them on is also a great way to generate plants. Can we grow Lupinus in pots. These plants will grow well in a large container. put a piece of Brocken crock over the drainage hole to prevent silt blocking the hole. fill a good quality loam based compost mixed with little  horticulture grit to improve drainage. Subscribe like and share