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Cutting blackberries: Instructions for the correct cut

The skilled gardener cuts his blackberries every year. The reward for the effort: large and sweet fruits. The cutting follows clear instructions, as growth characteristics leave little room for maneuver in terms of cutting and timing.Plant pruningBlackberries are ideally planted in spring, around March or April. The first pruning takes place immediately after planting. All tendrils are cut back to 30 to 40 cm, each just above a leaf or shoot bud. Buds close to the ground should be covered wit...

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Cutting Chinese reed: when is the best time?

Chinaschilf proves its robust winter hardiness of up to - 23.3 degrees Celsius only when the strong stalks protect the plant heart from moisture. The majestic leaves and sturdy ears of corn perform this task from autumn to spring until the fresh stalks sprout. During this time, the nutrients are shifted from the leaves to the roots in order to create reserves for the coming season. This process can be recognized by the colorful discoloration of the leaves.When is the best time?Best time: in M...

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Cut bushes and shrubs

While some plants can do without waste without any problems, others lose their flowering power without it and even develop fewer and fewer leaves over time. Cutting bushes and shrubs is therefore not always avoidable, even if there is enough space. With this measure, however, it is important to consider the right time, the correct procedure and the individual requirements of the plant. Otherwise, at best only the flowering fails in one year, at worst, bushes and shrubs can be completely destr...

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Cutting sage: 6 tips for cutting back

Pruning measures ensure that sage plants thrive and bloom profusely. Regular cuts are recommended for both crops and ornamental plants. However, there are minor differences depending on the species.Choose the right timeWhen to cut a species of salvia depends on the species. The widespread real sage (Salvia officinalis), which is used as a herb and medicinal herb in the kitchen, has its main vegetation period after the Ice Saints until August. The plant lignifies with age and requires pruning ...

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Cutting hibiscus: cutting back the garden hibiscus in autumn

Regularly pruning the hibiscus not only gets the flowering going, but also keeps the hibiscus tight, strong and in shape.Although he does not request a cut, he rewards plant lovers and hobby gardeners with significantly more flowers in the following year. In the following, you will find out how you can / should proceed and what you need to pay attention to in the professional pruning instructions for garden marshmallows.timeThe right time to prune the garden hibiscus is in autumn or spring. A...

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Cutting hydrangeas: when is the right time?

Hydrangeas form extremely decorative flowers. However, this requires proper care, including cutting. You can find out here whether this should be done in spring or towards the end of the year.Basic rulesRegardless of whether the pruning takes place in spring or just before winter, a few rules must be observed. Otherwise, the measure could damage the plant rather than preserve its strength and increase its flowering capacity.These rules are as follows:Cut on a dry, frost-free daywatch out for ...

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How to cut climbing roses

Depending on the variety, you can only prune the climbing roses once or several times a year. A properly performed pruning is important for maintenance and crucial for a beautiful growth, a lush growth and a handsome bloom. Plants that are still young should not be pruned so that they can develop undisturbed.When is the best time?In view of the wilted roses, many gardeners want to start pruning in autumn to prune the plant and bring it into the desired shape. However, this point in time is fa...

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When do you have to cut the Dipladenia? Tips and guidance

Whether in the apartment all year round or on the terrace or balcony in summer, the beautiful funnel flowers of the Dipladenia inspire every plant lover. For the frost-sensitive tropical plant from Central and South America, the secateurs should be used at least once a year. After pruning, the plant sprouts again vigorously.When to cut back the Dipladenia?For dipladenia from the dog poison family, there is a particularly suitable time for pruning, possibly with slight deviations:best time to ...

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