Don’t know Why Is My Christmas Cactus Turning Purple? We’ve got you covered! Read on to find out the reasons causing the purple coloration and solutions so you can maintain a healthy plant.
07.08.2023 - 11:43 / blog.fantasticgardeners.co.uk
Ah, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. Yes, we know it’s January. And, no, this is not an old post. Holidays are not coming, they are over. Finally. Now’s the time to queue at shopping centres trying to cash in the reindeer cushions, renew your gym membership, and roll your eyes at all the “new year, new me” posts flooding your feed. Magic!
And while you’re going through articles on how to blast away your holiday bulge, take some time to see how in addition to making positive changes to yourself, you can also make a positive change for the environment as well by simply disposing of your Christmas tree in a responsible way.
Wait, that was about dogs. Still, it holds true for trees, too. And dogs are always cool anyway. The point is, if you’ve bought a living tree this holiday season, you’re already doing a lot.
An evergreen with intact root system will not only keep its good looks all through the holiday season but it can be replanted after it has served its festive functions and make a great addition to a large garden, even if no longer glammed up with baubles, seizure-inducing twinkle lights, and finery of all sorts.
Maybe then referring to it as the Christmas tree would no longer be suitable and you’d have to actually learn its name but these small inconveniences are nothing compared to the benefits of replanting the Christmas tree:
And let’s not forget the obvious ones, such as trees produce oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide and clean the air and soil.
If you have enough space in your garden, choose a spot for the Christmas tree which is not exposed to strong winds but open to sunlight. As to the soil – it is ideal that you have loose, non-clay soil to allow for proper drainage. High-alkaline soil is not recommended. The
Don’t know Why Is My Christmas Cactus Turning Purple? We’ve got you covered! Read on to find out the reasons causing the purple coloration and solutions so you can maintain a healthy plant.
The King Palm Tree not only makes for a great focal point in the garden, but it also has several benefits on offer! Let’s have a look at them in detail!
There are many great Houseplants That Can be Used as Christmas Tree Alternatives, and apart from that, they look good as well.
Plants such as holly, ivy, and mistletoe had been used in celebrations long before the advent of Christianity and the Christmas celebrations we know today. Evergreens were used to ward off evil spirits and celebrate new growth during the Winter Solstice Festival as early as ancient times.
The all-year round wait is over – Fantastic Gardeners brings you the jolly hugs of evergreen trees! From this month forward, real Christmas tree delivery is available at every door in London. Forget the hassle and concentrate on gift selection or yummy recipe browsing, while we take care of the centrepiece in your holiday decoration.
It’s Christmas time! You have probably bought your Christmas tree already or you’re waiting for it to be delivered to your door and installed as well. Getting your house into the festive Christmas mood is the fun part of the holiday.
The gardening task which most gardeners dread, especially those new to gardening, is often pruning plants. It can be overwhelming trying to figure out how and when to begin pruning. The primary concern is that we will take too much of the plant off.
Pre-lit Christmas trees can be used outdoors, provided they are marked as outdoor-safe by the manufacturer. To protect them from weather damage and prolong their life, ensure they are adequately covered or sheltered from the elements.
Outdoor Christmas trees can be stopped from blowing over through various means, like planning the tree’s location to securing it in its position. Keeping the tree as stationary as possible without it toppling over will help it remain pristine and gorgeous throughout the holiday season.
Lemon Tree Flower Drop might seem tragic, but that doesn’t put an end to your harvest. Wondering how? Check out our detailed article on How to Get More Fruits on Your Lemon Tree for the answer!
An unusual tree with even more unusual fruit.
If gardeners are exceptional people then buy them a copy of this book for Christmas. It contains 20 stories and profiles about encounters with gardeners and a day in their life to provide reading matter for dark garden-free evenings.