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CLIMBERS, A RISING TREND IN HOMES [Times Property]: Bengaluru is known as Garden City. Why not extend some of that greenery into your home?

by WHICH CLIMBING PLANTS YOU SHOULD OPT FORThere are multiple options of climbing plants to choose from, they are easily available in the market However choosing the right kind of plant based on your preference, the area you want to decorate it in is importantMONEY PLANTOne of the most commonly used, easy to take care of climbing plants is the money plant Bhagyashree G an interior designer shares The plant is loved for its simplicity yet attractive looks One interesting part of it is that it suits any kind of garden setting, can grow even without direct sunlight You can grow it in a pot in a hanging basket as a climbing vine or even in something as simple as a bottle You dont necessarily need a soil base for it as you can also grow it in water Put in moderate light water it when the soil is a bit dry or when the water level decreases trim those vines when required, you are good to go Apart from decorative purpose it is also considered as a sign of good luckAPARAJITA BUTTERFLY PEA VINEThere are other plants such as Aparajita curtain plant, Bougainvillea which can also prove to be good additions to your house Talking about the same Nidhi A founder of a decor outlet shares Aparajita is like the superstar of climbing plants with its stunning blue flowers that steal the spotlight Its not just beautiful traditional medicine also says its good for your health Put it where it can get some sunlight but not too much It likes its soil to be just right not too wet or dry Aparajita is like the talk of the town or at least your home, its easy to take care ofBOUGAINVILLEAIf you want a burst of colour indoors go for Bougainvillea Its colourful bracts, tiny flowers create a tropical feel It loves the sun so give it lots of sunlight, dont forget to water it when its a bit thirsty Pruning is like giving it a spa day shaping it up for a beautiful display Bougainvillea brings a bit of the tropics to your living roomCURTAIN PLANT FISHBONE CACTUSImagine stems that look like hanging curtains thats the Curtain Plant Its a bit dramatic but in a good way Put it where it gets some bright indirect light, use a cactus mix Water it but dont drown it let the soil dry out The Curtain Plant turns your place into a mysterious, exotic hideawaySTAR JASMINEStar Jasmine is like the celebrity of climbing plants with starshaped flowers stealing the show It likes bright indirect light, welldraining soil Water it but dont overdo it let the topsoil dry out The sweet fragrance makes your place a floral haven says NidhiCLEMATISAtreyee Choudhury principal interior architect shares some more picturesque climbing plants, says Clematis is a common vine in Bengaluru It produces fragrant white blossoms in clusters Clematis is known as the queen of climbers mainly originated from China, Japan This carefree perennial has vining stems that will happily scramble up trellises over arbours, through other plants to create a tapestry The starlike flowers bloom mainly in white colour Clematis is a woody vine that generally prefers sunny locations with light welldrained soils having average moisture, woody climber Although the flowers are shortlived the secret to their beauty lies in the longlasting petallike violet calyces which persist even after the flowers have fallen It needs sun, good soil to be seen at its best It is best grown in a partly shaded position with fertile welldrained soil Great for growing along arches trellises over pergolas, fences in tropical, subtropical climatesHONEYSUCKLEThis vine produces aromatic flowers mostly in cream, red colour throughout the year Climbing honeysuckles have thin flexible stems that twine around supports Grow them up walls, fences or on a gazebo to scent the air near a seating area Climbing honeysuckles have twining stems they have clusters of trumpetlike blooms with colours ranging from creamywhite through yellow to red that are often sweetly scented The flowers are usually followed by clusters of glossy red berries perfect for birds paradise bringing in a sense of warmth allowing you to feel the beauty of the surroundings through these extrinsic flowers These beauties are not difficult to care for however they require regular shaping to tame themBLEEDING HEARTIt is a twining evergreen vine They have heartshaped pendant magenta or white flowers with spurs at the base, fernlike attractive foliage This is a spectacular plant when in blossom It will bloom in clusters most of the year given sufficient light, warmth but is most prolific in summer A prodigal marvel of this exotic creeper is a vigorous grower when provided with sufficient water, fertilizer It needs direct sun to bloom well The ornate flowers are delicate, require protection from strong winds says ChoudhuryThis biophilic approach to home decor is not just pleasing to the eyes but also improves the air quality, gives your home a healthy look Guide these vines well, make them grow in a direction that is more attractive as per your house Prime locations include near windows shelves or trained along walls or trellises They can serve multiple roles such as room dividers, aiding in air purification among others Regular watering, periodic maintenance will ensure healthy climbing plants, a fresh home says BhagyashreeTIPS FOR CARING FOR CLIMBING PLANTSLight Find the right spot bright for some softer for othersWatering Dont want too much water or too little Find the sweet spotSupport As climbers grow help them out with stakes or trellisesFertilisation Give them a bit of plant food during the growing season This will keep them healthy, ready to shine
Published in The Times of India (Online) (26.07.2024)
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High fibre, vitamins: Add dates to your diet [Calcutta Times]: Not just during Ramadan, here's a handy guide on how to incorporate varieties of dates in your diet

by WAYS TO EAT THEMPerfect for eating fresh they are instant energy boosters Add to stews casseroles breakfast smoothiesBENEFITSThey can improve metabolism, regulate hormonesKHADRAWIWith thick goldenred flesh these are gooey, chewy in texture with a rich caramel flavour Khadrawi dates are slightly less sweet than MedjoolORIGINIraqWAYS TO EAT THEMNot too fibrous these are ideal for date purees caramel sauces cookie dough cake batterBENEFITSExcellent source of dietary fibre folic acid iron potassium protein, B vitaminsOMANIThese are small in size chewy sticky, sweet like caramel Dates with wrinkled skin signify dryness while smooth skin indicates freshnessORIGINOmanWAYS TO EAT THEMHave these on an empty stomach every morning right before your workout for a burst of energyBENEFITSRich in calcium manganese copper magnesium these help maintain bones Aid in improving the immune systemPIAROMThese dark oval dates are semidry, have a unique sweet taste with traits of toffee chocolate, caramel It is one of the most luxurious varieties of datesORIGINIran, the Middle EastWAYS TO EAT THEMStuff with nuts or peanut butter, your snack is readyBENEFITSRich in fibre, low in fructose these can be consumed by people with diabetesAJWASoft dry, mediumsized these have a glossy blackbrown pulp Ajwa dates have a chewy texture, a sweet flavour with hints of caramel honey, cinnamonORIGINSaudi ArabiaWAYS TO EAT THEMYou can consume two to three dates on a daily basis early in the morning or in between meals Ajwa dates can also be utilised as a sugar substituteBENEFITSImproves the functioning of the heart by aiding in removal of harmful levels of homocysteine in the bloodDAYRILarge, oblong with thick soft flesh Dayri dates are dark brown to black in colour, quite tenderORIGINIraqWAYS TO EAT THEMDayri dates taste delicious with salty bacon goat cheeseBENEFITSExcellent source of dietary fibre as well as potassium B vitaminsTIPTheir thin papery skin has a tendency to dry out Also they tend to spoil quickly due to their moisture content So keep dates tightly wrapped, refrigerated in an airtight containerTNN
Published in The Times of India (Online) (07.04.2023)
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DREAM BEAT LIBERTY TO REACH PLAYOFFS: And they will face host New York starting Sunday

by The Liberty were locked into the coveted No 1 seed, didn't need to sweat, while the Dream were still dreaming of grabbing the eighth, final invite to the WNBA's postseason bashSo Thursday night's regular-season finale between these two teams at Barclays Center only weighed heavily on Atlanta's side of the equation Washington, Chicago were in contention for the last playoff ticket, tooWin, the Dream would be in They would clinch a matchup with the Liberty in the best-of-three first round, with the first two in Brooklyn Lose, they could still get in with help on this final nightWe absolutely packed for a week, Dream coach Tanisha Wright said before the gameGood thing they did They didn't need the help Wright's everything-to-play-for team beat the nothing-to-play-for Liberty 78-67So Game 1 will be at 1 pm Sunday, Game 2 will be at 730 pm TuesdayThe Liberty finished at 32-8, matching last year's team as the winningest ones in franchise history That team fell to Las Vegas in the FinalsWe want to win a championship, Liberty coach Sandy Brondello said That's our ultimate goal But we're still process driven We have to learn the experiences when we didn't play our best basketball, know that playoff basketball goes to another level, we have to go to another level, tooI know we can do that But we can't get too far aheadThey will have a home-court advantage for however far ahead they go in pursuit of the franchise's first WNBA title They also have another advantage this time aroundWe talked about our bench all season long, how vital they've been to our success, how they will be as we move forward, Brondello saidBreanna Stewart scored 16 points for the Liberty, then was rested in the second half The Liberty reserves saw a lot of time in that second halfBrondello didn't make her starters sit out the full game because they didn't want to sit outThey want the rhythm, Brondello had saidThey looked out of rhythm much of the time, thoughRhyne Howard, Naz Hillmon scored 13 points apiece for Atlanta, which finished at 15-25 Former Liberty star Tina Charles, who became the WNBA's all-time leading rebounder in the first quarter, added 10 points, 10 boardsThe Liberty, who won the season series 3-1, fell behind 21-15 after one quarter, they continued to malfunction at both endsThe margin moved to 14 before Atlanta settled for a 43-30 halftime cushionThe Liberty allowed 528 shooting, only hit 323, committed nine turnovers leading to 10 points across the first 20 minutesHillmon scored inside for the first points of the second half to make it a 15-point game The Liberty soon cut it to 10 on a three Sabrina IonescuBut Atlanta countered with a 10-0 burst Jordin Canada canned a 5-footer in the lane for a 55-35 advantageThe lead shrunk to eight with 215 left, but that's as close as it gotOn to the playoffs, the rematch
Published in Newsday (20.09.2024)
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