Are narcissus poisonous ?
Narcissus is “armed” with toxic protective substances – they contain the poisonous alkaloid lycorine – designed to deter herbivores and insects as plant pests.
What part of the tulip is poisonous ?
What part of the tulip is poisonous ? The tulip, a flower of the bulb genus and the lily family, has large, stately flowers of many colors. There are about 120 species of tulips and thousands of their varieties. Read…
Narcissus growing – How to grow and propagate
Narcissus growing – How to grow and propagate Narcissus are spring flowering bulbs, most often associated with yellow flowers, although there are also varieties of white, orange or pink. They can be successfully grown in garden beds, in pots on…
Tulips – planting and growing
Tulips are one of the most popular late spring bulb flowers. They look great both in garden flowerbeds and in a vase as cut flowers. Some varieties of tulips are even suitable for rockeries, as well as for growing in containers on the terrace or balcony.
How to propagate orchids at home ?
Orchids can be reproduced in many ways, but only some of them can be used in the conditions of amateur home cultivation.
1. Propagation of orchids from the stem
2. Orchid reproduction by keiki
3. Orchid reproduction by division
4. Orchids reproduction from old pseudobulbs
5. Propagation of orchids from a flower stem
6. Orchid seeds
Frost resistant cactus
Frost resistant cactus Frost resistant cactus is an interesting proposition for people who want to create an unusual, exotic corner in their garden or are looking for plants for barren soil, resistant to sun and drought. Species of alpine cacti…
How to care for cactus indoors
How to care for cactus indoors How to care for cactus indoors? Cacti are one of the most common houseplants. They are considered easy to grow and undemanding, although this is not entirely true. In order for the cultivation of…
How often to water cactus indoors ?
How often to water cactus indoors ? Improper watering of cacti is the most common cause of their death. The assumption that cacti, originating from semi-arid lands, do not need water to live is wrong! Cacti love water and need…
Why cactus wither, wrinkle and rot ?
Why cactus wither, wrinkle and rot ? Cacti that are not properly cared for can become ill. When a cactus wither, wilt, rot or discolor, it is a sign that there is something wrong. Most common causes of cactus disease…
Why Peace lily is not flowering ?
Why Peace lily is not flowering ? The Peace Lily is a potted plant valued for its beautiful flowers, composed of a white inflorescence with a creamy yellow bulb in the center. It usually blooms from spring to fall. However,…