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Hibernate rosemary in a pot

table of contentsWinter in the houseCold protectionVentilationFrost damageto waterFertilizeCutAfter hibernationThe aromatic one rosemary is one of the most popular herbs. Its botanical name is Rosmarinus officinalis and it belongs to the mint family. The subshrub with the needle-like leaves is a Mediterranean plant. It is found predominantly in the Mediterranean area. Since the rosemary is used to a sunny and warm climate, you should prepare it for the cold winter. We explain here how best to...

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How to cut Japanese maple correctly

table of contentsCutneedCut damageCutting timePreparation for cuttingCut backAftercaretoolMany plants need a pruning in order to grow healthily. The ornamental maple does not tolerate cutting well, but it cannot always be avoided. When and how a Japanese maple has to be cut and what you should definitely pay attention to, describes the plant expert.CutCutting stimulates growth, strengthens flower formation and allows plants to thrive healthily. This is correct in most cases, but with the orna...

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How toxic is wisteria / wisteria to humans, dogs or cats?

table of contentsIngredients harmful to healthLectinWistarinAlkaloidsFirst aid measuresToxic to animalsAlternative climbing plantsWisteria is a majestic climbing shrub that can reach heights of up to 20 meters. Its deciduous foliage consists of decorative pinnate leaves. In spring it inspires with hanging, blue flower clusters, which transform into legumes up to 15 cm long in late summer. In view of so much floral splendor, the question rightly arises how toxic the wisteria is for humans and ...

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Harlequin willow gets brown leaves: what to do?

table of contentsTypical diseases of the harlequin pasturerustMarssonina diseaseWillow scabGalenaWatermark DiseasePestsWillow leaf beetleWillow BorerNot for nothing does it wear Harlequin Willow your name. The type of willow, also known as Salix Integra, convinces with variegated leaves, striking flowers and a shape that is vaguely reminiscent of the wild shaggy of a harlequin costume. But what should be done if the splendor of this piece of jewelery is suddenly clouded by brown discolored le...

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What to do if the wisteria does not bloom

table of contentsWisteriaLocationfloorUndergroundYoung plantCutto waterRepotFertilizeReviveThanks to its long flower clusters, the Wisteria a real feast for the eyes. It causes the hobby gardener all the more grief when he does not want to bloom or no longer wants to bloom. This article explains why this can be and how best to counteract it with eleven practical tips.WisteriaThe wisteria is a lush climbing plant. Its grape-like flowers fill the garden with life and amaze the viewer. Again and...

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How poisonous is the black locust? Dangers to children, dogs and cats

table of contentsIs the black locust poisonous?Poisonous plant partsrisk groupsSymptomsFirst aidIt is not for nothing that the robinia, or pseudo-acacia, is nicknamed the silver rain. With its decorative, hanging flower umbels, it is the eye-catcher in numerous parks and private gardens. But be careful, because the black locust is generally classified as poisonous. In the following we explain how toxic it actually is for humans and animals.Is the black locust poisonous?The general term of tox...

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Is the almond tree hardy? These varieties can be overwintered

table of contentscareLocationOverwinterWinter hardy varietiesPrincesse AmandaRosellaDürkheimer KrachmandelLauranneRobijnOf the Almond tree enchants in spring with an attractive display of flowers and then forms its delicious almonds. However, there are different varieties on offer, some of which are very sensitive to the freezing temperatures common in this country in winter. In contrast, certain varieties are significantly more resistant to the cold, and some are even extremely hardy. That i...

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Hibernate bougainvillea in the apartment / house

table of contentsHibernationLocationwinteringWinter coldWarm winterEnd of winterThe bougainvillea is a colorful plant named after the French navigator Louis de Bougainville. It belongs to the miraculous flower family and is characterized by colored bracts. These leaves are often mistaken for flowers. However, these are smaller and between the bracts. Since the bougainvillea has three flowers, it is called the triple flower. It is used to sunny and warm climates. You can find out how it best h...

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Is the fig tree hardy? The best varieties and locations in winter

table of contentsTerm "frost hardy"Location in wintersortsWinter hardiness down to -20 ° CelsiusThe one originally from Asia Fig tree is usually only partially hardy in the local latitudes. But here, too, there are robust species that can tolerate more frost than others. And the location is also important, because in a region with a mild climate, a fig tree can survive the winter outside. The age of the fig must always be taken into account, because until the age of ten Ficus carica is not qu...

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Wisteria / wisteria has frozen to death

table of contentsLocationpatienceblossomsFrostbiteOverwinterWisteria, also called Wisteria, impresses time and again with its flowering power and its enormous growth. Wisteria are in and of themselves very robust plants that can grow up to 30 meters high. It is therefore hard to imagine that even a slight frost would freeze the wisteria buds to death. Since late frosts can still be expected in April, you should be prepared for frozen buds every spring and know about the appropriate measures.L...

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