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Combat & prevent rose rust: 6 home remedies

table of contentsRose rust damage imageRemove infected parts of the plantFight rose rustField horsetail (Equisetum arvense)Garlic (Allium sativum)Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)Worm fern / bracken (Dryopteris / Pteridium)Washing-up liquid and cooking oil mixtureValerian (Valerina officinalis)Prevent rose rustRemove leavesStrengthen rosesfrequently asked QuestionsRose rust is a common and protracted fungal infection. Fighting rust takes patience and the right measures. Natural home remedies are ...

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Tree lichen: what to do about lichen on trees?

table of contentsRecognize tree lichensDifferences from mushroomsLichen on treesRemove lichenTree lichen and air qualityfrequently asked QuestionsWhen lichens are first spotted on a tree, there is usually great concern that they are harming the tree in some way. Read here whether tree lichen needs to be removed.In a nutshellthere are many different types of lichenCreatures of symbiosis from fungi and algae or bacteriaCompletely harmless to treesTree lichens indicate air quality, which is why ...

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Small trees up to 3m high: 24 recommendations

table of contentsSmall trees from A to FFrom G to HFrom J to OFrom P to Zfrequently asked QuestionsThere is not always enough space for a large house tree. If you still want to plant a tree in your garden, you have to switch to small species or varieties. These 24 trees, which remain small, grow a maximum of 3 meters high.In a nutshellDwarf varieties of normal deciduous trees are suitable for small gardenssmall trees can often be cut well as topiaryalmost all types of fruit are also available...

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44 shady trees for every garden

table of contentsShady trees for small gardensShady trees for large gardensfrequently asked QuestionsTrees that provide shade should not be missing in any garden, which is why we present 44 great species for every garden and location - no matter whether small or large, sunny or shady.In a nutshellfor different locations and soilsat different speeds in growthespecially important: climatic trees that can cope with droughtsome species also for tub culture or for the front yardShady trees for sma...

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What is tree sap?

table of contentsTree self-protectionLess resin in old ageEdible or poisonousChewing gum alternativeResin flavorResin for smokingWound closure Resinous cosmetic productsPaints and varnishesNatural resin product amberHarz in sportsfrequently asked QuestionsTree sap is anything but a natural component of various tree species in which it takes on a vital function. Due to numerous useful properties, it is also used in everyday life. The following 10 interesting facts about the Harz Mountains.In a...

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Open pine cones in 5 steps: Instructions

table of contentsPine nutsOpen the pine conesinstructionsStore pine nutsJust before Christmas, the shelves are full of pine cones. Even in the supermarket, the woody fruits cavort among the vegetables. They are offered with instructions on how to open them. But often any attempt at opening ends in frustration and disappointment. Pine cones are extremely stubborn and require the right handling before they reveal their delicious kernels. With these instructions it is no problem to open cones an...

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Yew tree gets yellow needles: what to do?

table of contentsYellow needles on the yew treeUnfavorable locationPest infestationVine weevil and larvaeScale insectsBud gall miteFungal attackNutritional deficiencyThe yew tree, also called Taxus baccata, is easy to care for. The plant rarely suffers from diseases or fungal attack. The evergreen plant has soft needles. These turn yellow every now and then, especially in young plants, but this is not a disease. Below is what to do when the yew tree grows yellow needles. Yellow needles on the...

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How tall does a thuja hedge get? Growth of a tree of life

table of contentsThuja hedge growthHedge heightLocationThuja speciesOccidental thuja (Thuja occidentalis)Giant arborvitae (Thuja plicata)Oriental arborvitae (Platycladus orientalis)Thujas are also commonly known as the trees of life. They are originally from North America and Eastern Asia and belong to the cypress family. In this country, different species and varieties are in culture. The specialist trade mainly offers the "Occidental Tree of Life" (Thuja occidentalis) and the "Giant Tree of...

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Planting distance with Thujen: how far apart? How far from the fence?

table of contentsTree of life plant spacingFences and neighboring propertiesIn the hedgecareThuja and waysHow many plants per running meter?Thuja, also known as the tree of life, is an extremely popular plant for an opaque hedge, but can also be used as a specimen plant. But both with the hedge and with the individual planting, attention must be paid to the planting distance for Thujen. Interested hobby gardeners can find out here how far apart the plants are and how they have to be from the ...

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Pine gets brown needles: what to do if it loses needles

table of contentsAll-clear: age-related needle dropCauses and Treatment OptionsDifficulty growingFrost drynessSoil compaction or drying outCalcium chlorosisScleroderris DiseaseJaw tensionerNutritional deficiencyThe pines (bot. Pinus), with their characteristic needle shape and growth, are among the most popular conifers of numerous gardeners and are often integrated into the garden as a decorative element. The wood supplier is known for the numerous, deep green needles that make the plant so ...

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