Watering, fertilizing, cutting and more

Which location does Günsel prefer?

Günsel prefers sunny to minimally partially shaded locations with moderately moist, nutrient-rich and, if possible, slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Should you pour Günsel?

In very dry summers you can water the Günsel, otherwise additional watering is not necessary.

Do you have to fertilize Günsel? If so, when and with what?

Fertilization is also basically unnecessary. You can only enrich the soil with a little compost when planting. At locations with rather nutrient-poor soils, the Günsel can also come with them in spring Horn shavings(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) or supply stinging nettle manure.

How can you cut Günsel?

Pruning the Günsels is also not necessary, but you should prevent the fast-growing plant from spreading in good time.

This can be done by mowing regularly - simply with the lawn mower or the Grass trimmer

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Which diseases / pests threaten Günsel? What can be done about it?

Günsel is very robust, but in very humid summers and in unfavorable locations (especially in the shade) it is quite susceptible to the real one mildew. This usually does not affect the plant much and is only an optical problem. If you are bothered by the white surface, you can take action against it with a spray - but then the Günsel must no longer be used for medicinal or kitchen purposes. There are also various home remedies, whereby a milk-water mixture has proven itself.

What is the best way to multiply Günsel?

Günsel reproduces very well even via seeds and runners, but division is also possible.

Is Günsel hardy?

As a native plant, Günsel is very hardy and does not need any further winter protection.