DEBUNKING THREE COMMON PLANT MYTHS: The Ultimate Guide for Every Plantito and Plantita

Tweet

Are you one of those who have been called into the plantito or plantita way of life? If yes, you must’ve heard about a couple of myths surrounding your greens. To name a few, CHERRY lists down the top three things you might have encountered but shouldn’t actually believe:

PUTTING GRAVEL IN POTS WILL HELP IN DRAINAGE 

Did you also grow up in a plant-loving household? If that’s the case, then gravel in the bottom of flower pots should be a common sight. However, it’s time to leave that practice behind now that you are a plantita yourself. Contrary to common belief, gravel don’t actually improve drainage. In fact, the roots would only have to suffer through exposure to waterlogged soil which isn’t exactly healthy for your plants. Instead of adding an extra layer of rocks, you can use paper towel to prevent soil from coming out of your pot’s drainage hole.

YELLOW LEAVES EQUALS OVERWATERING 

You see your plant’s leaves turn yellow? Everyone’s diagnosis—overwatering! While that can be true, it isn’t the only and shouldn’t be the default factor. Leaves turn yellow for a couple of reasons which include not watering your plant enough, overexposure to sunlight, and temperature changes. It is important to not immediately rule out the possible causes so you can properly address the problem and bring back the healthy and vibrant color of your plant. 

WILTING PLANTS NEED TO BE WATERED

Most of the time, plants wilt because they don’t get sufficient amount of water. But, before you drown your poor perched plant, try to assess the condition of the soil first. If the soil is fairly moist, then your plant must be wilting for some other reasons like pests or improper exposure to sunlight. 

Some also say that busy individuals are incapable of taking care of plants. And, with the Cherry Home Smart Hydroponic Plant Box, that may as well be a myth in the making. With this innovation that is especially designed for modern plantitos and plantitas, you now can look over your seedlings even if you’re away. All you have to do is monitor them through the Cherry Home application that is downloadable for free via Google Play and App Store, and basically let the Hydroponic Plant Box do the rest of the work. 

This product from Cherry Home is equipped with LED lights that function as alternative sunlight with three light levels—morning, afternoon, and sundown—whatever suits your plants’ needs. Meanwhile, to keep your plants properly hydrated, it also has built-in water and pump. Both features can be scheduled through the application. If in any case you’ve been too busy to check on your plants, you can assure that they’d still be grown in a fitting environment as this product is outfitted with advance water-level, temperature, and humidity sensors. 

Another good news for plantitos and halamums, you can get the Cherry Home Smart Hydroponic Plant Box for as low as P6,399.20 from its P7,999 original SRP until August 31, 2022. 

Now, there’s no stopping you from doing this whole planting thing like a pro. For more information, visit

Cherry Shop PH: www.cherryshop.com.ph

Shopee Apprentice Program Upskills Young Emergent Leader

Tweet

By 2030, the digital economy is projected to generate up to PHP 5 trillion (USD 101.3 billion) in economic value in the Philippines[1]. With e-commerce set to become a key pillar of the economy in the near future, there lies an opportunity to develop emerging tech talents to support this rapid growth. Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, recognizes the need to upskill young Filipino talents and mold them to become tech leaders of tomorrow through its Shopee Apprentice Program.

Open to top university students, the Shopee Apprentice Program aims to develop future leaders in the tech industry by equipping them with critical skills such as problem solving, effective communication, and adapting to a fast-paced working environment. Throughout the duration of the internship, Apprentices are immersed in Shopee’s collaborative work culture. They are given the chance to gain firsthand experience working on impactful large-scale projects in the e-commerce and digital finance industry. Apart from the exposure and valuable work experience, Apprentices can also expect to receive guidance and mentorship from Shopee’s top leaders as their internship journey progresses. Upon completion of the program, successful Apprentices have the option to join an accelerated track for the Global Leaders Program, Shopee’s 2-year flagship graduate program for young professionals.

This year’s batch of Apprentices is a diverse mix of top students from prestigious local and international universities. To mark the beginning of their internship journey, the Apprentices were welcomed with an on-site event held at the Shopee office. The gathering allowed them to get to know one another, and hear the advice and testimonials from Apprentice Program alumni and mentors. Through their sharing, they were able to get an idea of what is in store for them and what to expect, as they embark on their rigorous internship journey

Karen Perez, Head of People at Shopee Philippines, shared “The Shopee Apprentice Program is a testament to our commitment to developing leaders of tomorrow. We look forward to maximizing our platform to provide even more opportunities to hone the skills of young tech talents, even at the career preparation stage.”

The impending growth of the local tech industry emphasizes the need to develop and prepare young tech talent. To support this growth, Shopee is always on the lookout for young Filipinos interested in becoming drivers of growth in the tech industry. Learn more about how you can become an apprentice today and a leader tomorrow, by visiting: https://careers.shopee.ph/apprenticeprogram/.

[1] The Growing Digital Economy in the Philippines: Opportunities, Challenges, and Google's Contributions

Reward yourself this mid-year by checking out these 7 bagsak-presyo tech items at the Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale

Tweet

Be sure to fill your carts with a variety of ₱49 deals and below, free shipping, and 10% off vouchers at Shopee during the 7.7 Mid-year Sale!

We’ve officially crossed the first half 2022, but there’s still a lot to look forward to as we welcome the last few months of the year. And what better way to celebrate the mid-year madness than catching the best deals on Shopee at the 7.7 Mid-Year Sale? Now’s the perfect time to check out those tech items you’ve been eyeing, as you can get these at bagsak-presyo prices this 7.7! You can also enjoy a wide array of ₱49 deals and below, shipping discount vouchers, and 10% off vouchers when you add-to-cart and check out your must-haves at the 7.7 Mid-Year Sale.

And for lucky number 7, we’ve handpicked 7 of the hottest tech deals to kickstart the 7.7 Mid-Year Sale:

Get a grip on your busy days with this Haylou Waterproof Smart Watch, equipped with health and sleep monitoring, 12 sports modes, weather notifications and music functions. Craving those unreachable, beautiful views? Explore the world using this Dual Camera FPV Drone so you can conquer the scene and reach heights for better travel memories for you and your friends thanks to its 4K double camera, three-sided infrared avoidance, and 100-meter distance features. Be on top of your game with this Adjustable High Back Gaming Chair, complete with a wide backrest and adjustable heights and tilts so you can have that customized comfort while in battle. Unlock the touch-screen potentials of your phone, iPad, or tablet with this handy Stylus Pen, perfect for taking down notes, signatures, and drawings.

Make your home safe and comfortable with the help of these must-haves! Embrace extra safety in your front door with this auto-sensing Spray Sterilizer, complete with 3 spray modes, 320-mL capacity, and easy-to-install pieces. Cooking and convenience go hand-in-hand with the TJean Air Fryer, non-sticky and hassle-free to navigate with its pre-set menu and timers. Be your own barista with this Hibrew Espresso Machine, which comes with easy to use large buttons and displays, a retro-stylish look, and a 15-bar pressure for ground coffee to help serve you that much-needed punch of delicious espresso.

More exciting offers await at the Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale

Aside from these amazing bagsak-presyo items, get exclusive deals and discounts at the 7.7 Mid-Year Sale from top brands such as Abbott, Pedigree and Whiskas, Colgate-Palmolive, Omega Houseware, Ace Hardware, Pampers, Garnier, L'Oreal Paris, Maybelline, P&G Beauty, Olay, Havaianas, LOVITO, Huawei, OPPO, and infinix.

You can also score ₱7 deals every 15 minutes during the Lightning Flash Hour sale this 7.7 Mid-Year Sale. Get a chance to take home a new laptop or TV just by checking out ₱7 deals from 12-1PM and 8-9PM this 7.7. To know more about these amazing deals, visit the Lightning Flash Hour Sale page on Shopee.

While still choosing what to checkout this 7.7, join the Mukha Ng Panay Checkout Sa Shopee raffle to get a chance to be one of the lucky 5 winners who will take home ₱10,000! Just show off your best Shopee-inspired shopping photo and use the Mukha Ng Panay Checkout Sa Shopee Facebook frame in order to join. Visit the Mukha Ng Panay Checkout Sa Shopee post to know more about the raffle.

The mid-year surprises don't stop there! Activate and verify ShopeePay now to get more rewards when you send money, buy load, and pay bills. Send money for free and get a chance to win ₱1,000,000 worth of prizes with the ShopeePay Mission promo. To join, simply send at least ₱50 to any unique ShopeePay user or bank/e-wallet account from July 1 to 7 and earn raffle entries for every transaction. Don’t miss out on ShopeePay-exclusive deals on load and cashback vouchers for bills payment this mid-year sale. For more rewards, use ShopeePay to get shipping discounts when you pay for your 7.7 bagsak-presyo finds. For more details on the latest promos, follow ShopeePay’s Instagram and Facebook pages.

To know more about the 7.7 Mid-Year Sale, visit the 7.7 Mid-Year Sale page on Shopee.

The future of work - sustainable office building

Tweet

Green, the color of nature, has become the color people look for and want - in the products they buy, their homes and even the place where they work. Green means environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Parkway Corporate Center in Filinvest City, Alabang wears “being green” as a badge of honor, presenting itself as a sustainable office space in a sustainable garden central business district. Filinvest City, is a complete and thriving CBD, has the distinction of being the first central business district in the Philippines to receive the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED v4 Gold for Neighborhood Development (LEEDv4 ND) from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), and one of the largest neighborhood developments in Southeast Asia to pass the world’s most rigorous green building rating system.

Parkway Corporate Center boasts of premium amenities to make working in it as good for the health as it is good for business because the development was planned and designed for this purpose.

As Metro Manila and the rest of the country prepare themselves to resume their routines that were rudely interrupted and disrupted by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic, they also brace themselves for the resumption of the old headaches - monstrous traffic jams, limited seats in public utility vehicles, and a very polluted atmosphere. Those who are fortunate would have the good luck to work at Parkway Corporate Center would have the luxury of being cocooned in a healthy working environment where they can take advantage of the development’s distinctive green building features such as its excellent indoor air quality, and breathable open spaces. According to research findings conducted by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), green buildings make employees healthier and happier. With more employees returning to their office set up in the midst of the emerging pre-pandemic hustle and bustle of Metro Manila, this is the ideal time to find sustainable office spaces in a prime location at a competitive price range. Parkway Corporate Center offers the complete package. It is located in a prime location and has the added advantage of being a green building, so employees can be productive and efficient but healthy as well.

Parkway Corporate Center is green not just because it is located in Filinvest City, but because it also has its own LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification from USGBC to prove it. The LEED certification is an honorable seal that not only validates Parkway Corporate Center as a sustainable office building but also establishes its tenant’s confidence in providing their employees a safe and healthy environment to work.

In addition, it offers premium amenities and access to major transportation hubs and roads that connect Parkway Corporate Center to cities north and south of Filinvest City. It has the prime business spot in Filinvest and provides greater mobility and convenience. It is close to Festival Mall, five-star Crimson Hotel, Westgate, Asian Hospital and the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine.

H1 Architecture and Design, one of the country's top architectural firms, designed its future-proof, premium-grade office tower that is now ready for occupancy. Modern features and amenities include high-speed elevators, an elegant lobby, modern business centers, a podium deck garden, and spacious parking spaces. All unsold units of Parkway Corporate Center are available for leasing, with price starting at 900 pesos per square meter. Units range in size from 36 to 252 sqm and may be combined.

UNIQLO’s Comfortable, High Quality, and Innovative Jeans for Every Lifestyle

Tweet

Japanese global apparel retailer UNIQLO launches its newest lineup of high-quality, innovative, and sustainable jeans. Designed with individuality in mind, the diverse collection features different silhouettes, colors, and cuts to cater to any style.

“As Filipinos return to the office, spend more time with friends, and go out more, they are looking to expand their wardrobe with pieces that are comfortable, stylish, and fit their personal style. Our new line of jeans is perfect pair for this new lifestyle since it’s timeless, comfortable, innovative and can transition from work to play,” says Masato Kusumoto, UNIQLO Philippine’s COO.

As a testament to LifeWear’s philosophy of making lives better, UNIQLO’s Jeans are made following the BlueCycle process and cutting-edge technology developed in the Jeans Innovation Center in Los Angeles, California. BlueCycle eliminates the need for large amounts of water and manual labor used to get that faded, worn-in look in jeans. It significantly reduces water usage in the finishing process by up to 99% and it also follows Laser Distressing which replaces Sandpapering, reducing the burden of work done by human hands and generally improving the work environment.

Women’s Ultra Stretch Skinny High Rise Jeans

These jeans are UNIQLO’s stretchiest yet, made with proprietary stretch thread. The fabric is specially dyed to resist color fading. In terms of design, the updated high-rise tapered cut and the back pocket’s size and placement flatter the figure especially when paired with UNIQLO’s Square Neck Cropped Shirt. The garment is manufactured using UNIQLO’s environmentally-friendly washing method, which reduces water use during processing by 90 ％ or more.  Available at Php 1,990.00

 

Women’s Slim Flared Jeans

The high-rise design and slim silhouette bloom into a subtly flared hem, creating a leg-flattering effect. It is made with a comfortable stretch fabric with an authentic denim look. The jeans can easily be dressed up or down together with UNIQLO’s Cable V Neck Vest. Available at Php 1,990.00

 

Women’s Baggy Jeans

These jeans are made with 100% cotton denim in a pleasing baggy cut. The full-length inseam and double-needle stitching also accentuates the legs. Its versatile design goes well with UNIQLO’s Linen Blend Open Collar Short Sleeve Shirt. Available at Php 1,990.00

 

Men’s EZY Ultra Stretch Jeans

These Ultra Stretch jeans combine a classic denim look and the soft feel and ease of sweatpants. The slim and tapered cut emphasizes relaxation, whether lounging at home to be paired with UNIQLO’s Oversized Crew Neck Half Sleeve Shirt or heading out with UNIQLO’s Dry Pique Short Sleeve Polo. Sustainability is at the core of these jeans, since its washing process during production uses 90% less water. Available at Php 1,990.00

Men’s Ultra Stretch Skinny Fit Color Jeans

The Ultra Stretch satin fabric creates a comfortable skinny fit and is best worn with UNIQLO’s U Crew Neck Short Sleeve Shirt. Select colors are finely-brushed for an added elegant and glossy finish. The jeans are manufactured using UNIQLO’s environmentally friendly washing method, developed at the Jeans Innovation Center. Available at Php 1,490.00

Kids’ Ultra Stretch Soft Jeans (Pull-On and Zip Fly)

The Ultra Stretch fabric, with an authentic denim look and feel, has been updated for a softer touch. These jeans come in a pull-on and zip-fly zipper design for easy wearing way of children. When paired with UNIQLO’s AIRism Cotton Graphic Short Sleeve Shirt, it is perfect for those heading back to school. Available at Php 1,290.00

UNIQLO will hold its next Live Station entitled “UNIQLO Jeans for Everyone” where viewers can shop their favorite UNIQLO Jeans in real-time on UNIQLO.com or the UNIQLO App on July. Viewers would be able to engage with guest personalities, and the UNIQLO team, as the session shows various ways to style the Jeans lineup. 

For more updates, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph and download the UNIQLO APP via Google Play Store or Apple Store.

Follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph), Instagram (instagram.com/uniqlophofficial), and TikTok (tiktok.com/uniqlophofficial).