Summer is a great time to multiply your favorite plants through cuttings. Growth is in full swing, many species are … More
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Sustainable plant care: How to create an eco-friendly office or home garden
As more people seek to integrate plants into their home and office spaces, a growing trend is focusing on sustainability. … More
Guide to Kokedama: Care Tips for All Seasons
What is a Kokedama? Kokedama, meaning “moss ball” in Japanese, is a distinctive plant display where the plant’s roots are … More
Why do some plants have leaf colours other than green?
Have you ever wondered about the kaleidoscope of colours that adorn the plant kingdom? From the soothing greens to the … More
Water Conservation Tips and Drought-Resistant Plants for Mediterranean Climate
As we approach another Earth Day, the urgency of climate change becomes increasingly apparent. Catalonia currently faces one of its … More
Why use micronutrients for plant health and nutrition?
In the lush world of gardening and agriculture, the focus often revolves around the big players – the macronutrients like … More
Optimizing Plant Growth: Essential Nutrients and Fertilizers for Flourishing Vegetation
Plants, much like humans, have specific nutritional needs crucial for their optimal growth and development. It’s vital to grasp these … More
How to get rid of fungus gnats on your houseplants: Effective Tips
Fungus gnats, tiny flying insects belonging to the Sciaridae family, thrive in environments rich in moisture and organic matter. They … More
How to get rid of mealy bugs on your plants?
Mealybugs, small soft-bodied insects, feed on plant sap and are commonly found as pests affecting both indoor and outdoor plants. … More
What do yellowing leaves tell you about the health of your plant?
Your plants having yellowing leaves; but you don’t know what’s causing them? We found six possible reasons that could lead … More
Which plants can be paired together while bringing them indoors in winter?
When bringing plants indoors for the winter, it’s essential to consider their individual preferences for light, humidity, and temperature. Grouping … More
What precautions should be taken when you repot your plants in winter
Repotting plants during winter can be a bit more challenging and less ideal compared to other seasons. This is primarily … More
How to solve common problems with fiddle leaf figs / ficus lyrata?
Issue Possible Causes Solution Yellowing leaves and leaf drop Root rot due to overwatering. Maintain a watering schedule that allows … More
Plants and their cultural significance.
Nov 1st and 2nd is usually celebrated as the Day of the Dead in Mexico and we wondered about the … More
How to prepare your plants for colder months based on the plant hardiness zones in Spain?
The plant hardiness zones in Spain generally fall within Zones 8 to 11 on the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map. … More
What is the right approach to collecting rainwater for your plants?
Collecting rainwater in cities is an eco-conscious approach to water conservation and nurturing plant life. By harnessing the natural benefits … More
Which plants can be used to make natural shampoo?
Today, we want to talk about DIY with plants and share with you about plants that can be used to … More
Why Plants and Nature Should be in your Hierarchy of Needs
Maslow’s Motivational Model in the Context of Nature If you are familiar with Maslow and the hierarchy of needs (1943, … More
Which Plants Are and Aren’t Susceptible to the Cold?
In these past weeks and especially at PlantekaWalk, we have been asked many questions about plants in wintertime. One of … More
Which Plants are Happiest in Your Bathroom?
To get the best out of your plants, you’ll need to be aware of the conditions in which they will … More
Make Your Own DIY Moss Pole
Here at Planteka we are always trying to come up with new ways to have fun and enjoy plants. Today, … More
Which plants are air purifying and how do they clean the air?
Air purifiers are plants which take toxins from the air; although this is a bit of a misnomer because all … More