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Pull chestnut tree out of chestnut

table of contentsPull chestnut tree out of chestnutLocationPulling chestnuts: instructionsgerminationPlant a seedlingPlanting outThe alternative cultivationGerminate faster with gibberellic acidWho does not know them, the magnificent balls that children love so much for handicrafts. We are of course talking about the chestnut, whose trees are really popular in autumn. The brown nuts are collected diligently and serve as a delicious meal, especially in the form of chestnuts. Pull chestnut tree...

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Buddleia frozen to death: this is how you react correctly

table of contentsBuddleia Save BuddleiaDetermine the extent of the frost damageFix damageCare after pruningPrevent frost damagefrequently asked QuestionsBuddleia are perennial ornamental plants that are actually hardy. Even so, it can happen that they show frost damage after a harsh winter. This is what you should do when the Buddleia has frozen to death.In a nutshellPay attention to winter hardiness when buyingFrost protection is necessary for young and freshly planted shrubsPruning and pati...

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Ginkgo Bloom: Flowering Time & Characteristics

Source: Marcin Kolasiński, Ginkgo biloba - female flower, edited by Plantopedia, CC BY-SA 4.0table of contentsBasicsHeydayPromotion of flower formationFlower characteristicsToxicityMedicinal properties of flowersfrequently asked QuestionsThe one originally from China Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is now also at home in Central Europe. Few people know that the ginkgo has a flower. Here you can find out everything you need to know about the flowering period and special characteristics.In a nutshellGin...

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Plant and care for corkscrew willow in a bucket

table of contentsLocationSubstrateplantingto waterFertilizeCutRepotDiseases and pestsMultiplicationfrequently asked QuestionsThe corkscrew willow in the bucket looks very attractive with its twisted branches. As a free-standing tree this one Willow species it is only suitable for large gardens. A pot culture is an alternative for small gardens.In a nutshellactually a large shrub or treedeciduous and hardyMore maintenance-intensive in pots than outdoorsneeds very large tubsmust be cut oftenLoc...

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20 varieties of Judas tree with profile

table of contentsBotanical peculiarityJudas tree speciesUpright Judas Tree (Cercis glabra)Chinese judas tree (Cercis chinensis)Common Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum)Canadian Judas Tree (Cercis canadensis)frequently asked QuestionsThe Judas tree enchants in spring with its fascinating butterfly blossoms. It can also be used as a wedding present. The wood is definitely an eye-catcher in every garden. We introduce you to 20 varieties of Judas tree in more detail.In a nutshellWood with stem bloo...

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Keep it small: cut corkscrew willow properly

table of contentsVery fast growingOptimal timeCut properlyCut back in the bucketRadical cut in old ageEducation to the standardfrequently asked QuestionsThe corkscrew willow (Salix matsudana 'Tortuosa ‘) with its unusual growth and bizarre silhouette is an eye-catcher in every garden, regardless of whether it is planted outdoors or in pots. To keep it that way, it is necessary to cut the corkscrew willow.In a nutshellgrows up to 10 meters highannual growth between 50 and 100 centimetersregula...

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Willow species from A-Z: Identify 23 species

table of contentsPopular with beesTypes from A - GTypes of H - JTypes with KTypes from L - NTypes of O - RTypes with STypes from T - Zfrequently asked QuestionsWillows belong to the group of deciduous trees. They can grow up to 30 meters tall as a tree, but also grow as shrubs. There are over 450 different types. To distinguish them is not so easy.In a nutshellpopular source of food for bees & cogrow as trees and bushesFlowering period from March to Junethe flowers are called catkinsdo no...

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White hydrangeas: 25 varieties + avoid care mistakes

table of contentsColor changeWhite hydrangeasHydrangea anomala (sometimes called climbing hydrangea)Oak leaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia)Garden hydrangea (farmer's hydrangea, wiss. Name Hydrangea macrophylla)Climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea petiolaris)Panicle hydrangea A-L (Hydrangea paniculata)Panicle hydrangea M-Z (Hydrangea paniculata)Forest hydrangea (tree hydrangea, wiss. Name Hydrangea arborescens)frequently asked QuestionsThe ornamental value of hydrangeas (Hydrangea) is their bloom ...

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Are oak leaves suitable for composting? 5 facts

table of contentsLong decomposition time Preparation is importantNote decomposition inhibitorsApply compost acceleratorLeaf basketfrequently asked QuestionsFoliage of the native oak species can be very valuable when used in the garden. But it is also very difficult to decompose. Therefore, the question arises again and again whether oak leaves are suitable for composting or not.In a nutshellDeciduous American red oak (Quercus rubra) is better suited for composting as it decomposes faster than...

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Birch pollen season: how long do birch trees bloom?

table of contentsBirch blossomPollution after mild wintersfrequently asked QuestionsMany allergy sufferers react to the highly pathogenic pollen of the birch with watery eyes, sneezing and breathing difficulties. The tree with the distinctive white trunk produces a particularly large amount of pollen. You can find out when they fly in this article.In a nutshellThe main flowering time is in AprilBee pollen can also fly from February until the end of AugustPollution levels depend on the weather...

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