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Olive tree with brown leaf tips: what to do if it loses leaves

table of contentsProblemscausesNutritional deficiencyLack of lightToo much wetFungal diseasesLeaf spot diseaseFungal attackWrong winteringPestsOlive trees are quite robust and healthy trees. However, they are not resistant to pathogens and pests. These mainly occur when the care is not right and the keeping conditions are not optimal. Signs of an infestation can include brown leaf tips or leaf fall. In turn, they can be the result of a lack of light, too much moisture, an over- or under-suppl...

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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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Loquat loosing leaves: what to do?

table of contentsLoquat loosing leavesCauses of leaf lossNatural leaf changeWater shortage in winterSummer heat and droughtRoot rotInfestation by volesBlack weevil infestationThe Loquat (Photinia) is an attractive evergreen plant that impresses with shiny green leaves in summer and red foliage in winter. It belongs to the rose family (Rosaceae). About 60 different species of the common loquat from Asia are known. In Germany, the red-leaved variety Red Robin is the most popular. What to do if ...

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Is the privet hedge / are privet berries poisonous? Information on dangers

table of contentsToxicityToxinsToxin absorptionCritical dosePoisonous effectFirst aidRisks to animalsSymptoms of poisoningPrivet hedges are one of the most popular ornamental shrubs in our latitudes. The robust plants are dense and grow stately in height. Because they stay green longer in the winter months, they are popular for planting in parks and public areas. Privet hedges are also very often found in home gardens. The plant from the olive family is not only attractive because of its lush...

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Harvesting hazelnuts: when are they ripe? Information about the harvest time

table of contentsHarvest time1. weather2. Location3. varietyHarvest timeWarning: squirrelsWhat do Nutella and Nougat have in common? Both use hazelnuts to enable the signature taste. Even the Stone Age people used the nuts of the hazel as a source of nutrients and the aroma is popular with young and old alike. The plant from the birch family (bot. Betulaceae) is often visited at harvest time to harvest the ripe nuts and then to consume them in numerous dishes and desserts.Harvest timeWhen it ...

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Is Gorse Poisonous? You should know that!

table of contentsToxicityRisk of poisoningToxic to animalsmeasuresSafe handlingGorse is a popular ornamental plant in the home garden, but many people are not aware that this plant is poisonous. The broom is a feast for the eyes, but it contains harmful alkaloids. These can cause serious symptoms of intoxication in both humans and animals. Depending on the appearance, the various types of gorse differ in the composition of the poison and in its mode of action. However, all varieties are poiso...

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Are Mahonia (Mahonia aquifolium) poisonous? Information for children and animals

table of contentsToxicityPoisonous effectFor animalsToxinconsumptionedibilityBerryrootThere are around 70 different species of Mahonia around the world, the specimens that live here reach a height of up to one meter. They are evergreen plants with pinnate leaves on which spherical, very acidic berries grow.ToxicityHow poisonous is the Oregon grape?In general, the Oregon grape is considered to be slightly toxic, but different parts of the plant have different effects. While the fruits lead to ...

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Rhododendron: the azalea is poisonous

table of contentsToxic substancesSymptoms humanSymptoms animalsmeasuresOf the rhododendron is a popular plant not only in the local, mostly front gardens. The beautiful azalea is also popular in public parks and cemeteries. But unfortunately all parts of the plant contain the graceful evergreen plant with the colorful flowers Poisons that are especially dangerous to animals and small children, but also to adults can. The following article shows which poison the rhododendron contains and which...

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Rhododendron does not bloom despite its buds and leaves

table of contentsRhododendron cicadaBudsPesticidesNegative influencescareDeficiency symptomsIron deficiencyNitrogen deficiencyLack of budsIf the rhododendron does not bloom despite the buds and leaves, this can have various causes. This article describes the most important and gives practical tips. In some gardens there are (apparently) healthy, lush rhododendrons. They grow and flourish, but they don't bloom. Often it is very difficult to find the cause. The explanations in the guide can hel...

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Fighting scale insects on the lemon tree: these home remedies will help

table of contentsRecognize lice infestationCauses and Risk FactorsFight scale insectsMechanical removalChemical removalCurd soapoilScale insects on lemon Tree can become a problem if they damage and weaken the plant. However, it is not difficult to fight them. We reveal which simple measures and home remedies can help to prevent the Pests effectively, while still keeping the fruit safe and edible. Recognize lice infestationThe pests can be recognized quite easily if the leaves and shoots are ...

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