The following overview shows a simple seed calendar for the course of the year. The sowing calendar lists flowers, vegetables and herbs for the seasons. Let's start with the in the seed calendar spring:flowerAnnual species that are particularly resilient are sown in their final location at the beginning of spring, if weather and soil conditions permit.For example, for early sowing - Stone herb (Alyssum) - sunny location - 45 cm plant spacing - light and well-drained soil- marigold (Tagetes) -...
For many gardeners, the almost obligatory digging in autumn is a very special event. After all, it is one of the last works that is still in the open air at home can be carried out before the approaching winter brings the first snow and gardeners into the House banished. Other gardeners see digging as an annoying and strenuous job that they would rather save themselves. If you now belong to the latter group of gardeners, you should be pleased that more and more recognized experts have joined ...
The fact that cacti are considered to be particularly easy to care for is primarily due to the fact that they hardly need to be watered compared to conventional potted plants. Infrequent watering also means that the cacti have their complete need for nutrients and Cover liquid solely over the earth for a relatively long period of time can. And this is exactly where the greatest challenge in the production of your own cactus soil lies.Criteria for good cactus soilFirst of all, it should be not...
Valerian: Pre-culture not recommendedWild garlic: no pre-cultivation in the house, needs frost to germinateBasil: Can be grown in the house all year round, can be moved to the garden in summer and brought back into the house in winter, light germinator (= sowing depth 0), germination temperature 20-22 ° C, germinates in 15-18 daysSavory, annual: Pre-cultivation from mid-March, light germination, germination temperature 20-25 ° C, germinates in 2-3 weeksBorage: Pre-cultivation from the beginni...
The criteria for purchasing decisions have changed. In addition to the price and properties of the product, environmental aspects are also playing an increasingly important role. Most commercially available potting soil is no longer regarded as safe. It contains large amounts of raised bog peat. Raised bogs, however, fulfill an ecological function and should remain untouched. But the preference for peat persists. Is it really irreplaceable?What is raised bog peat anyway?Bogs are water-saturat...
Expanded clay is made from clay that still contains fine organic material. When burning, these organic components are converted into carbon dioxide, which inflates the clay balls and creates the porous structure.propertiesOne reason expanded clay is an alternative to potting soil is because of its many positive properties. First and foremost is the ability of these granules to absorb water. The clay balls have a porous surface that allows them to absorb moisture. They can store up to 300 time...
Mold on potting soil is not uncommon. Yesterday the earth was still clean, today it is covered with light fluff - a rather unsightly appearance. The following article first deals with where the mold on potting soil comes from. In addition, the question of whether the mold is harmless or whether it represents a source of danger should be clarified. How can a hobby gardener effectively prevent the formation of mold? What to do if the mold has already spread and become a persistent plague? Where...
When lime (calcium carbonate) is heated to 800 degrees Celsius, it creates quicklime (calcium oxide). During this chemical reaction, known as calcination, carbon dioxide is released and the lime is "deacidified". Calcium oxide is also known as quicklime, unslaked lime, free lime or quick lime. The substance is very corrosive, its use is not without danger. We have put together 7 tips for you to use quick lime in the garden.Soil improvementEvery gardener knows how important lime is for good so...
Regular loosening of the soil is just as necessary in the home garden as in agriculture. Many hobby gardeners prefer the manual device for loosening the soil, for others it is faster and easier with machines. But what kind of devices and machines are actually suitable for loosening soils can be read in the following.Reasons for soil looseninghumidityOver time, every soil compacts. Soil compaction leads to the earth becoming less permeable to water, so that water cannot penetrate and drain awa...
The elephant foot (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a popular houseplant for beginners, as it is happy to forgive one or the other care mistake. Nevertheless, the basic requirements for the plant should be given - such as the right substrate.What properties should the substrate have?The elephant's foot should be placed in a new pot with fresh soil from time to time. In addition to the right pot size, the properties of the substrate are decisive for the further development of the Beaucarnea recurvata....
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