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Cut Japanese maple in 6 steps

table of contentsCut Japanese mapletimepreparationCutting Japanese maple: instructionsThe Japanese maple is one of the most popular ornamental trees in Germany due to its delicate leaves and characteristic growth. The plant originally comes from the East Asian region, more precisely Japan, China and Korea, and is one of the most important plants there that are used for bonsai art. If you are the proud owner of Acer palmatum, you are most likely wondering how the Japanese maple is pruned. You ...

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Deciduous tree species in Germany: overview by A

table of contentsApple tree (Malus domestica)Beech (Fagus sylvatica)Tree magnolia (Magnolia kobus)German oak (Quercus robur)Sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa)Silver birch (Betula pendula)Cherry (Prunus avium)Mirabelle plum (Prunus domestica subsp. Syriaca)Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippccastanum)Sal willow (Salix caprea)Norway maple (Acer plantanoides)Rowanberry (Sorbus aucuparia)Wild apple (Malus sylvestris)Quaking aspen (Populus tremula)Deciduous trees are not only known from the forest, they a...

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Planting butterfly lilacs: planting distance and planting time

table of contentsPlanting butterfly lilacsPlanting timepreparationWinter protectionPlant butterfly lilacs in the tubPlant spacingButterfly lilac, also known as buddleia, enchants many gardens from July to October into a splendidly blooming paradise. The long panicles of flowers appear in a colorful sea of ​​flowers from white to light pink, red to lavender and dark purple. As the name suggests, the scent and nectar of the flowers attract many colorful butterflies. Buddlejas are extremely robu...

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Harvesting walnuts: all about cleaning and storing

table of contentsHarvest timeHarvest InstructionsClean nutsInstructions for dryingstorageWalnuts are not only delicious, but also very healthy. In autumn it is walnut time again. Then the up to 8 cm long and 5 cm wide fruits can be harvested, eaten fresh or dried. It doesn't take long for the first fruits to fall to the ground. All you have to do is pick them up. However, there are a few things to consider both during harvesting and subsequent cleaning and drying.Harvest timeHarvest time for ...

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Is Forsythia Toxic? Useful information for children and pets

table of contentsForsythiaoriginToxicityPlant partsToxinsPoisonous effectpreventionThe forsythia is a popular ornamental shrub which, with its bright yellow flowers, is one of the first heralds of spring in March. The flowering branches of forsythia decorate many homes during Easter and are often hung with colored eggs. This attracts the interest of many small children to the beautiful forsythia branches, which seem to usher in warmer days with their sunny yellow color.ForsythiaBut it is ofte...

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How fast does the oak grow?

table of contentsSpeed: growing slowlyYoung oaksWidth: strong growth Important growth factorsRed oaksfrequently asked QuestionsWith a life expectancy of up to 800 years, the Oak in no hurry to reach their maximum size. The age of the tree and local life factors mainly determine the oak's annual growth.In a nutshellOak grows comparatively slowlyfaster at a young age, slower with ageGrowth lasts up to 200 yearsdevelops a spreading crown, thick trunk and deep rootsLiving conditions have an impac...

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Ginkgo tree in a pot: care & cutting

table of contentscareSoil conditionFertilizeto waterLocationplantswinteringMultiplyCutfrequently asked QuestionsThe ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) is an ancient rock, like from another world. It can reach up to 40 meters in height and therefore as a Tree for the local small gardens rather unsuitable. But there are also small varieties that are cultivated in a tub and develop well here.In a nutshellCultivate male ginkgo trees as female trees produce foul-smelling fruitsup to 40 meters high, small...

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Propagate corkscrew willow: this is how it works

table of contentsCorkscrew willowPropagation via cuttingsPropagate with cuttings Increase by loweringfrequently asked QuestionsIt's everything, just not straight and straight: that's why the corkscrew willow is so popular. In the garden, it attracts birds, insects and the looks of passers-by. How does the propagation of corkscrew willow succeed?In a nutshellgrows very quickly but does not get very oldRegular pruning improves the habitcuttings can be obtained when cutting in autumnthese are st...

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Planting time: when should you plant lilacs?

table of contentsLilacs in the gardenPlanting lilacsPlant bare-rooted lilacsPlant container goodsTransplant lilacsfrequently asked QuestionsWhether in brilliant white, delicate pink or purple, lilac is one of the most popular flowering trees in the garden. What should be considered when planting and when is the right time?In a nutshell30 different types of lilac are knowncommon in Europe and Asiapopular source of nectar for butterfliesbest planting time for bare-root crops in autumnContainer ...

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Cutting lilacs on a stick: radical cutting

table of contentsWhy cut back lilacs?tooltimeCutting lilacs on a stick: instructionsAftercarefrequently asked QuestionsIn old age tends lilac to bald and blooms less and less. It regains its old beauty through a strong cut back. How to cut the lilac on the stick is in this article.In a nutshellLilac usually has a large number of fragrant flowersPruning maintains flowering potentialif the shrub is too old, pruning helpsStick drives out againalternatively, many runners formWhy cut back lilacs?L...

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