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10 Latinx-Owned Plant Essentials Plantita Mamis Need

Nicole YoungJanuary 17, 2023

by Nicole YoungJanuary 17, 2023081026

Are you someone who collects plantitas like it’s your job? In the last few years we’ve seen a more and more people embracing the “plant parent” life. Honestly, plants not only make your space beautiful and more peaceful but they...

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9 Latinx-Owned Plant Accessories to Add to Your Space

Nicole YoungJanuary 10, 2022January 11, 2022

by Nicole YoungJanuary 10, 2022January 11, 202205629

In the past two years we’ve been home more than ever and as a result we’ve been sprucing up our space and part of that is more houseplants. Regardless of how big or small your home is, plants make everything...

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How You Can Be a Plant Mami Just Like Your Abuela

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonAugust 10, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonAugust 10, 202105271

A couple of years ago just as my kids were exiting the toddler stage, I walked into a store and immediately got sucked into the plant department. I decided then and there it was time for me to try to...

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How To Take Care of Your Plants While You Are Traveling

HipLatinaAugust 18, 2018September 15, 2020

by HipLatinaAugust 18, 2018September 15, 202001296

For a garden lover, going on a trip represents an additional planning process for the preparation of your luggage. Whether it’s for vacations or work, we consider how long we will be out of our home to know what we...

Culture

DIY Gardening: Caring for Fairy Castle Cacti

Eliza NavarroJuly 18, 2018September 23, 2020

by Eliza NavarroJuly 18, 2018September 23, 2020011945

Experts can’t agree on the scientific names of this cactus. Is it Acanthocereus tetragonus, or Cereus hildmannianus? Is its subspecies uruguayanus, or monstrose? Most people simply prefer its whimsical common name: Fairy Castle cactus. Bright green ‘spires’ and ‘turrets’ rise...

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5 Steps to Follow to Prepare Your Soil Before Gardening

Perla Sofía Curbelo SantiagoJune 3, 2017January 22, 2021

by Perla Sofía Curbelo SantiagoJune 3, 2017January 22, 202102312

You may be ready to plant your garden, but before you jump right in, you should consider the soil’s conditions. This way you will increase the potential for success in exchange for your time and financial investment. According to the landscaper...

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How to Choose and Plant a Tree for Your Garden

Perla Sofía Curbelo SantiagoApril 29, 2017February 1, 2021

by Perla Sofía Curbelo SantiagoApril 29, 2017February 1, 20211948

All types of trees have numerous benefits for our planet. The trees improve air quality, control soil erosion, filter contaminants, reduce the quantity of carbon dioxide and liberate oxygen from the environment. Similarly, they make our environment beautiful, increase the...

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How to Choose the Perfect Hat to Work in the Garden

Perla Sofía Curbelo SantiagoApril 15, 2017February 3, 2021

by Perla Sofía Curbelo SantiagoApril 15, 2017February 3, 20210993

Choosing the perfect hat to work in your garden or orchard protects you from the sun, especially from the ultraviolet rays that cause cancer and age your skin. Also, hats help our bodies maintain a pleasant temperature, especially on very...