The growth in consumption of flowers and plants for decoration was one of the effects of living in isolation. According to Brazilian Institute of Floriculture (Ibraflor)producers have seen up to a 20% increase in business this year.
For those looking for options to include in the interior, check out 7 types, and their care, to have at home or in the garden. The tips are from Juana Martinez, from Flowers Online:
1. Stone rose
Shaped similar to a traditional roseeven more with its coloring, this is one of the types of succulents most beloved! She doesn’t demand much attention, the ideal thing is that she only receives direct light in the morning or late afternoon. The more luminosity, the better its development.
Water it in moderation and avoid the little plates under the vase, the accumulation of water can contribute to the rotting of the roots. If the leaves get rubbery and the succulent stops growing, take this as a sign that you’re not watering enough.
Because it adapts to different types of soil, it is not necessary to fertilize the stone rose soil. If you prefer, use fertilizers for cacti and succulents every three months, helping the seedling to get stronger.
2. Begonia beleaf
The tropical plant is a great choice for most gardens and homes in Brazil. Place it in places hot and humidwith little natural light It is sheltered from the wind – avoid air-conditioned room or dark corridors.
O soil must receive water – at room temperature – 1 time a day in places with a hot climate or when necessary, but do not wet the flowers or soak them, as this can attract fungus.. When removing the dry and withered leaves, cut leaving the stalk – which will dry naturally – so there will not be an “open wound” to pass diseases to the branch.
When new shoots appear, apply a maintenance fertilizer biweekly. Look out for bite marks from slugs, snails, and beetles. Remove insects manually to keep it beautiful and healthy.
3. Venus Trap
This is carnivorous plant most popular. The venus trap must be grown in full sun or semi-shade, in a moss-based substrate, slightly acidic and kept constantly humid. Do not fix it on land or add fertilizer, as it can intoxicate it. Also, don’t give her food, like pieces of meat or dead insects, let her feed herself.
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If you want, put a fruit next to it to help, but don’t worry, the species does not depend on hunting to survive. The venus hibernation period is in winter and they must be placed in cool places, between 4 and 12ºC, – inserting them in a refrigerator, provided they are protected from drying out, is also an alternative. Without this care, its longevity will be compromised.
In spring, return them to the initial space and note the development of flowering stems – cut these elements from the young branches, before they reach 8 cm, as flowering requires a lot of energy and can kill them. The water of the species must be free of mineral salts or chlorine, rested, rain or preferably distilled. They can withstand waterlogging, but not dry spells.
4. Mangifera indica
Imagine having one mango tree ready to be consumed. Mangifera indica is planted by seeds. She likes direct light and fertile land, deep and watery at periodic intervals. It can also survive in poor soils, with lower productivity, but it all depends on irrigation.
Typically tropical, it does not tolerate excessive cold, wind or frost. Be careful with cars, when placed on public roads and parking lots, they can fall and damage surfaces.
5. Peperomia
looking for a seedling beginner gardeners? Peperomia are sensitive to radiation and can burn, so don’t place them in areas with excessive light.
Furthermore, don’t overdo the watering – too much water can compromise the roots – and do the procedure evenly, don’t just focus on the center of the vase. Otherwise, the leaves will fall off or become sticky and you will have to repot – replacing the substrate with a drier one. The type is not to attract pests, but fungi can proliferate – another sign that she is too wet.
6. Blue palm tree
A bismarckia nobilis, known as the blue palm, is native to Madagascar, perennial, up to 12 meters high and very ornamental. Heat and intense sun are conditions that help the evolution of the branch, which also tolerates a winter of up to 10°C.
It manages to evolve in low fertility soils, but appreciates it if it is fertile, rich in organic matter and well draining. Water regularly and leave it slightly damp.
7. honeysuckle
This vine can reach 9 meters in height. With large white and yellow flowers, they are very fragrant and appear in spring-summer. Hummingbirds are big fans of molting. It prefers mild, cool climates and grows without any problems when the roots are in the shade. The land must be fertile, rich in organic matter, enriched with bone meal and well drained. Constant watering is important.
Due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, it is highly valuable in traditional Chinese medicine.