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Salvia microphylla: 5 questions about small leaf sage

2- When does it bloom? The main interest of the small-leaf sage lies in its colorful bloom. Its numerous small, brightly colored flowers will brighten up your beds, borders and any sunny spots in your garden. Salvia microphylla blooms in summer, from May-June until the first frost. 3- ...

31
Aug
2022

Flowers: 8 things to know about violets

1- Violets belong to the same family as pansies Violets are herbaceous perennials in the same family as pansies, the genus Viola. Different horticultural varieties of Viola odorata are referred to as violet. Many varieties of flowers in this family have been bred by humans, including the famous ...

09
Mar
2007

The hibiscus: a beautiful summer blooming.

names: althaea, tree marshmallow, tree mallow, or garden hibiscus. All these names refer to a shrub form of hibiscus that thrives in our latitudes and brightens up the summer with its flowers in multiple colors. Culture tips In general, Hibiscus plants thrive in sunny exposure and fertile, well-dra ...

02
Apr
2008

How to save water in the garden?

uires less watering. Note: There are low-maintenance lawns made from a mix of grass and fescues that are hardy, water-efficient, and slow-growing. To brighten up your garden with flowers, opt for water-efficient flowers like gazania: it requires no maintenance and very little watering! Another adv ...

24
Apr
2009

Garden: Everything You Need to Know About Petunias

How to recognize petunias? Petunias are flowers from the Solanaceae family. The genus Petunia includes 35 species of perennial or annual plants, originating from the tropical regions of South America. Their flowers can be single or double and vary in size depending on the hybrids. The surfinia, a ...

22
Apr
2011

Musiques en terrasse: free concerts at Bercy

World music at Bercy Since 2013, the Bercy Village world music festival has taken on a new name: Musiques en terrasse. This summer event, which succeeds the Rendez-vous Terrasses organized since 2001, offers you to travel to the heart of world music without leaving Paris! A great diversity of mu ...

24
June
2013

Health: 5 Tips to Extend the Benefits of Vacation

ason to change your surroundings and redecorate your interior. Draw inspiration from your last destination, such as Provence, Morocco, or Greece, to brighten up your home. It will be easier if you brought back some local crafts from your travels. To extend the benefits of your vacation, you can al ...

28
Aug
2015

Orange pancakes: a very easy recipe

Ingredients Here are the ingredients needed to make orange Pancakes for 4 people: 150 g flour 1 teaspoon of baking powder 2 tablespoons of sugar 2 ripe organic oranges 1 large egg 25 g melted butter 15 cl milk 2 tablespoons orange blossom water a little vegetable oil for cooking maple s ...

24
Dec
2021

How to organize an aperitif: ideas and recipes

make sure you have enough glasses, napkins, toothpicks, serving boards or large plates, small plates for eating and chairs. If you really want to brighten up your home, buy a bouquet of fresh flowers and divide them among several small containers to bring in subtle pops of color. Light alcoholic ...

11
May
2022

Summer table decoration: 5 ideas for a cheap decoration

. The effect will be more successful if you do not mix everything. Favor plates and glasses that are comparable in shape and size. 3- Color to brighten the table Vintage and mismatched dishes is one of the new trends in tableware. But, to avoid taste mistakes, it's best to avoid putting more ...

11
July
2022

Having style: 5 mistakes to avoid

o visit a specialized lingerie or swimwear store and seek advice from a saleswoman. 3- Associating too many different colors. Colors are essential to brighten up your look and give you a healthy glow, but be careful not to go overboard and end up looking like a carnival character! One of the 5 mist ...

25
July
2023

The Buenos Aires verbena: 5 good reasons to adopt it in the garden.

Its growth is very fast. The Buenos Aires verbena or Verbena bonariensis is a good option if you are looking for a fast-growing flowering plant to brighten up a sunny area of your garden. This beautiful perennial grows at an impressive speed, going from seed to flowers in just a few weeks. This ch ...

17
Aug
2023

Light Therapy: 5 Tips to Make the Most of Natural Light in Winter

furniture in light colors that reflect light better. • Add mirrors and place them strategically (opposite the windows) so they reflect natural light and brighten the darkest corners of your home. Finally, if natural light is insufficient in your area, it may be worth investing in a light the ...

10
Nov
2023

The Tribe: a delightful new family series on TF1.

Vigneron were tasked with adding "a touch of whimsy" and have, among other things, created the character of Mila. This high-energy family comedy will brighten up your Monday evenings on TF1, addressing the theme of blended families in a light-hearted manner and stringing together comical situations ...

05
Feb
2024

Tom and Lola: 5 things to know about the France 3 series

at will do good. We bring a bit of freshness and modernity, with younger characters than what we are used to seeing in these types of fictions." This new feature will brighten up your autumn evenings. All the charm of the Tom and Lola series lies in a clever mix of crime stories and comedy... with t ...

29
Aug
2024