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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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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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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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Cutting the butterfly bush: Instructions in 6 steps

table of contentsCut the butterfly bushCutting the butterfly bush: instructionsUpbringingConservation cutClearance cutTaper cutRemove frost damageDisease cutThe summer resp. Butterfly lilac, botanically Buddleja davidii, is extremely popular in this country because it grows in summer forms beautiful panicle blossoms and, as the name suggests, a magnet for butterflies is. In order for this to be the case from the start and to stay that way in later years, however, it needs a regular cut. This ...

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Lilacs are balding from below: time for rejuvenating pruning

Table of ContentsRejuvenate aged lilacsPerform the taper cut correctlyTools usedPrevent agingfrequently asked QuestionsOver the years the lilac sometimes bald from below. A taper cut on the lilac can help. With the right technique, the lilac bush will soon shine again in its old beauty.In a nutshellcan live to be 50 to 60 years oldrejuvenate over several yearsonly cut back the main branchesCut knee-high to above the groundafter pruning compostRejuvenate aged lilacsLilacs (Syringa) can reach a...

  • 10-Jan-2022
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Pruning lilacs: when and how to cut back?

With its colorful blooms, the lilac is an eye catcher in any garden. We show when and how best to cut it to keep it in shape.contentsLilac when and how to cut?Maintenance cut – cut dwarf lilacRadically pruning and rejuvenating lilacsRaise young lilacs by cuttingCut dwarf lilacThe genus of lilac (Syringa) includes several species. All of them attract attention in the home garden with their colorful and magnificent blooms in May or June. But regardless of whether it is the famous common lilac (...

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Fertilize lilacs: tips on when and how to proceed

In order to benefit from the beautiful flowers of the lilac, proper care is necessary. You can find out when, how and with what to fertilize lilacs here.Not only will your lilacs be happy about an annual fertilization, butterflies will also like the extra flowers [Photo: geogif/ Shutterstock.com]Numerous varieties of lilac (Syringa), mostly of common lilac (Syringa vulgaris-hybrid), from mid-May to June, exude beautiful colors and a typical heavy floral fragrance in many gardens. A mature lil...

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Planting, caring for and cutting autumn lilacs

If you have autumn lilacs in your garden, you can always look forward to a second flowering after the main flowering of the shrub. Due to its delicate growth size, this lilac is also suitable for smaller gardens.The flowers of the autumn lilac can be admired for a longer period [Photo: Marinodenisenko/ Shutterstock.com]The beautiful autumn lilac (Syringa microphylla) not only enchants its owners with its exceptionally long flowering period, but is also an ideal source of pollen and nectar for...

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Buddleia eaten: holes in leaves

If you discover that the leaves of the summer lilac (Buddleja) have been eaten, you should act quickly. We'll tell you how you can enjoy this magnificent ornamental shrub with its beautiful white, violet or pink panicles of flowers for a long time to come.video tipIn a nutshellBuddleia usually very hardyDamage from leaf damage is still possibleEarwigs, vine weevils and caterpillars are usually the culpritsControl with natural means if possiblepay attention to special protection of certain spe...

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