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Raised bed open or closed at the bottom?

Raised beds are becoming increasingly popular. They promise back-friendly processing and produce high yields. There are both closed bottom...

Can you place zucchini deeper when pricking?

Cucurbits produce a lot of fruit during the summer. Cultivation is always worthwhile. The plants grow...

Woodlice in raised beds: This is how you get rid of them

Woodlice can be found in all dark, damp and cool places. You can also get lost in the raised bed and...

What do you plant in September? 25 planting ideas

As the gardening season comes to an end, the list of plants that can be planted becomes shorter. Away ...

Everflowering bed planting plan

Every gardener's dream of an ever-blooming bed can be realized. But before the flower show can begin,...

Do you have to cut chives so they grow back?

Chives are a common culinary and aromatic herb that can be harvested several times a year if cut correctly. But ...

Heavy feeders in the raised bed: the ultimate list

A raised bed in the garden offers the best growing conditions for vegetables etc. and guarantees a rich harvest without...

Repot Strelitzia correctly

With its extraordinary flowers, the Strelitzia is literally the bird of paradise among plants. She is in ...

Fill raised beds only with soil: is it advisable?

Conventional raised beds are filled with layers of different materials. But can you just fill the raised bed with soil?

17 popular edible mushrooms with sponge

During mushroom season, many people head into the forests to look for delicious treasures. ...

Cut off spent sunflowers in pots?

When sunflowers (Helianthus) wither in pots, many hobby gardeners ask themselves whether they should be cut off or left...

Create a crater bed

Crater beds protect plants from frost and wind, extend the growing season and can even make watering easier. ...

When do chilies and peppers turn red?

The ripening time of chili and hot peppers differs only slightly. Chilies and peppers don't always have to be red to...

Dry chives properly

It is often the case that you don't need as much chives as there are in a pot. So that ...

How do I tell if a pepper is ripe?

Red, yellow, orange, green or even striped – peppers come in many colors and shapes. But how do you recognize...

Planting cucumbers and zucchini together: yes or no?

Zucchini and cucumbers are the perfect vegetables for self-catering. They grow quickly and, under good conditions, produce numerous...

Planting tangerine seeds: Growing a tangerine tree

You can easily grow a tangerine tree on your own. The optimal cultivation conditions are important for this. In this guide we reveal...

20 spring flowers in a pot

Spring flowers herald the start of the gardening season and are a beautiful splash of color in pots in living spaces. There are ...

14 poisonous blue berries in our homeland

In German-speaking countries there are numerous plants decorated with poisonous fruits. We provide you with 14...

He feels comfortable here

Dill is undemanding and very easy to care for. However, for good growth and high crop yields, the right soil is...

Cut chives correctly: this is important to note

For healthy and strong growth, chives, like many other garden herbs, need regular cutting. ...

Small black dots on plant: what are they?

Small black dots on a plant do not mean anything good. That's why you should quickly look for the cause in order to...

Alocasia species: 20 popular arrowleaf varieties

One of the most popular houseplants is the Alocasia. It impresses with its extraordinary leaves. Below are the 20...

Freeze elderberries - this is how it works

You can find these healthy powerhouses on roadsides, in forest clearings or cultivated in your home garden. Unfortunately the fresh elderberries spoil...

Sowing dill: when and how? | Information for pots and outdoors

Spicy dill is an annual plant that needs to be re-sown regularly. The when and...

Mark out right angles in the garden

Marking out a right angle in the garden may be necessary for various reasons. This guide shows how to do it on various...

Increasing humidity in the greenhouse: 5 methods

When using greenhouses, the question often arises as to how the necessary humidity is achieved. We provide...

The perfect humidity in the greenhouse

The optimal humidity has a positive effect on plant growth. If the humidity is not right, this can lead to the formation of diseases...

Calathea White Fusion: care

The Calathea White Fusion is considered one of the most beautiful basket martens. Their special feature are the white brush strokes on green...

Can you fertilize eucalyptus with coffee grounds?

Coffee grounds contain valuable ingredients that are valuable nutrients for various plants such as eucalyptus. What all ...

Increase humidity in the room: 11 methods

The right humidity is not only important for physical well-being. In winter the indoor air quickly becomes...

Attach bubble wrap to raised beds: this is how it works

When building a raised bed, bubble wrap is attached so that the substrate stays in the container. It must be laid and fixed precisely...

Bow hemp: the ideal location

The arched hemp is a robust plant that also forgives care mistakes. Anyone who considers the plant's preferences, such as the optimal location...

Trellis support for peas: 8 ideas

If peas gain weight through fruiting, a climbing aid is essential for a bountiful harvest. Below 8...

Fighting lice on roses: natural remedies

Lice on roses are not just a cosmetic defect and unpleasant. The pests can also cause other diseases...

18 flowers for dry sunny locations

The dry and hot summers that have increased in recent years pose a particular challenge for many flowers. ...

39 allergy-causing plants

Plants that cause allergies can often be found in your own premises, in the garden or in nature. Even popular ornamental plants...

When are zucchini ripe?

Determining the right harvest time for zucchini is not that easy for the inexperienced gardener. Since the color...

Plant leek roots and let them grow back

Growing new plants from vegetable waste is also possible with leeks. This trend is called “regrowing”, but there is...

How to properly cut roses for the vase Title

A fragrant bouquet of roses is always a welcome gift that you want to keep for as long as possible. Important ...

Build your own flower pot heater

Whether it's a flower pot heater or a tea light oven - behind the terms lies an idea that is as simple as it is efficient and creative, to...

When should you pile up potatoes? Title

If you want to grow potatoes in your own garden, you also have to remember that you should pile them up. When the...

Fat hen brown spots & yellow leaves: what to do? l

Plants that are grouped under the name fat hen are generally extremely robust against diseases and pests.

Put roses in cold or warm water?

Roses look great not only in the flower bed, but also alone or in a mixed bouquet in a vase. With it ...

Propagate fat hens by dividing them

The fat hen (Sedum) should be divided as it gets older. The reason is not based solely on the desire of a...

What can you make from grapes? 11 ideas

From August you can harvest the wonderfully fresh fruits in the garden. Every now and then you even know...

Coffee grounds as growing soil - does it work?

When it comes to home remedies as fertilizer, coffee grounds are considered a secret weapon. Whether it is also suitable as a growing soil in dried form...

Sleeping eye on Monstera: here's how to deal with it

Sleeping eyes on plants are a useful feature of nature. A new plant part can grow from them in no time. The ...

Harvesting Hokkaido pumpkin: when is it ripe?

Autumn is harvest time for Hokkaido pumpkins. But when exactly is it ripe? This can be done using...

When should you cut ivy?

The ivy does not need regular pruning and is usually only cut when it has become too lush. Should ...

How long does a Christmas tree last: Nordmann fir & Co.

Every year the search for the perfect Christmas tree begins. But which Christmas tree has the longest shelf life? How can...

17 Non-Toxic Houseplants: Popular Types

Plants not only beautify your home, but also contribute to the well-being of the residents. Count children and pets...

Pampas grass is broken - this is how you save it

The impressive pampas grass, which comes from South America, enchants from late summer onwards with its lush, feather-like, up to three meter high...

Fat Hen: The ideal location

In order for the robust fat hen to fully bloom in summer, it needs the right location. How ...

Potting soil for houseplants: what to consider?

Use leftover potting soil from the garden for your houseplants? Is this a good idea and what...

Climbing houseplants: 24 green & flowering species

Vining houseplants climb up poles or hang down from their pots. So you can greet every corner...

Eye spot disease on Monstera damage & help

This exotic houseplant impresses with its impressive beauty. The Monstera is very robust, but still not protected from diseases such as...

Correctly combat grass mites in the bed

Sometimes grass mite larvae are introduced into the bedroom unnoticed. They remain (almost) invisible, and yet they soon become noticeable: the itching...

Pancake plant: this is how you care for it properly

Pancake plant, belly button plant, Chinese money tree, lucky thaler, gunner flower, missionary plant or UFO plant. Every owner has a choice when it comes to naming. At the ...

Sleeping eye on the rubber tree - how to recognize?

When it comes to caring for the rubber tree, people often talk about a “sleeping eye”. Where to find this...

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