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Is the rubber tree (Ficus elastica) poisonous? Information for children and animals

table of contentsToxicitySymptoms of poisoningToddlersPetspreventionFirst aidIt is robust, easy to care for and is one of the classics Houseplants: The rubber tree, which is also known under the botanical name Ficus elastica, is valued by plant lovers all over the world. However, its leaves contain a slightly toxic juice that can be harmful to health. For this reason, rubber trees should be kept out of the reach of small children and pets.ToxicityHow poisonous is the rubber tree?The leaves of...

  • 15-Nov-2021
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Pruning the olive tree: in spring or autumn?

Table of ContentstimeCutting measuresAdvantages of a regular cutDifferences in ornamental and useful plantsCutting toolCare after the cutfrequently asked QuestionsThe pruning of an olive tree should ideally be done in the spring before budding. What else to look out for when cutting the Mediterranean plant is summarized in the following article.In a nutshellMain pruning in spring, further individual pruning measures also possible all year round until autumnExtent of cut back depends on age an...

  • 10-Dec-2021
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ShrubsEvergreen GrovesCherry LaurelGarden PlantsWoods

Cutting cherry laurel: when is it prohibited?

Table of ContentsNo cuttingCircumferenceTopiary in summerRejuvenation pruning in winterCut in diseasesfrequently asked QuestionsCherry laurel is fast-growing and therefore ideal as a hedge plant. For this, however, the wood must be cut regularly. But when is it forbidden to cut cherry laurel? We clarify and give cutting tips.In a nutshellCutting back gives shape and ensures strong and dense growthAt the end of June there is a slight shape cutRadical cuts prohibited from March to the end of Se...

  • 16-Dec-2021
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How to: Radically prune a bald olive tree

Olive tree (Olea europaea)Table of ContentsCauses of baldnessThe right momentRequired toolsmanualfrequently asked QuestionsBecomes a Olive tree if not properly cared for, its branches become bald. Here only the outer branches are green, inside the crown the branches die off. A radical cut is needed here to rejuvenate the tree so that it will sprout again.In a nutshellan olive tree bare from the inside in the crownusually when it has not been properly cared for and cut for several yearsa radic...

  • 21-Dec-2021
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Recognize + cut water shoots on the olive tree

Table of Contentsidentifying featurescausesBenefits of Pruning timeprocess of pruningfrequently asked QuestionsThe water drive at olive tree visually differs significantly from a fruit shoot. For a good state of health and a high harvest of fruit from the olive tree, they should be cut off at regular intervals. In a nutshellWater instinct is visually recognizable by a lighter color, no bark and a slender shapeusually bear neither leaves nor fruitDevelopment of the shoots results from a defici...

  • 19-Jan-2022
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Cherry laurel frozen: this is how you react correctly

Table of ContentsPopular hedge plantfrost droughtHelp with frost damagePruning: instructionsHardy cherry laurel varietiesfrequently asked QuestionsCherry laurel is a beautiful hedge plant. Its fast, dense growth, glossy foliage and white flowers make it so popular. Cold, however, means great danger. What helps to do if cherry laurel froze?In a nutshellFrost endangers evergreen trees such as cherry laurelleaves dry upbranches die offShrubs are bare from the insideradical pruning can helpPopula...

  • 20-Jan-2022
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Olive tree: when to put it out?

contentsPut out in front of ice saintsOlive tree is hardyObserve the course of the winterwinter quartersNew locationCare before moving outfrequently asked QuestionsIn the winter quarters, the olive tree is safe from frost. But his favorite place is in the fresh air under the sunshine. Therefore you should olive tree get out as soon as possible. Read here when he can go outside.In a nutshellEnd hibernation as early as possible, even before the ice saintsthe darker and warmer the room, the soon...

  • 12-Apr-2022
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Oleander seed pods: can you cut them off?

oleander is popular as a container plant. If you have enough stamina, you can cut off the seed pods after the oleander has bloomed and grow new plants from the seeds. We show how it works.video tipIn a nutshellPropagation of the oleander mostly by divisionPropagation by sowing indoors is possible all year roundSeeds form in pods after floweringSeed pods can be cut off and driedToxicity requires extra care when gatheringTable of ContentsPropagating oleanders by seedInstructionsfrequently asked...

  • 01-Aug-2022
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