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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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Tree with red leaves: 10 red-leaved species

table of contentsAmerican red oakBlood mapleBlood plumJapanese mapleFire mapleJudas treeCork wing shrubRed mapleEuropean beechRedwood dogwoodfrequently asked QuestionsIf trees have red leaves, they are particularly decorative and clearly stand out from other plants. We show which species with red foliage are possible.In a nutshellred leaves can exist all year round or not until autumnA substance called anthocyanin is responsible for the red coloryoung trees often have more red leaves than old...

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Forsythia propagate through cuttings and cuttings

table of contentsCuttingsCuttings in the gardenCuttings in the potOffshootfrequently asked QuestionsForsythia (Forsythia) welcome spring with their bright yellow flowers. You have no special requirements in terms of soil and location. They can also be easily propagated with cuttings or offshoots.In a nutshellCut cuttings in winter or summerPropagation with offshoots takes place after floweringafter approx. Transplant a year old forsythia to the designated placeCuttingsThe ideal time to cut cu...

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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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Growth: how fast does the black locust grow?

table of contentsRobinia grows quicklyConditions for growthThe siteRelatively easy to care forRobinia is "self-fertilizing"frequently asked QuestionsLocust trees are commonly known as avenue trees or from parks. However, they are increasingly finding their way into domestic gardens. After a short time, a stately robinia will grow from a seedling.In a nutshellRobinia are very fast-growingalmost all parts are poisonousGrowth depending on the locationdo not make great demands on the careRobinia ...

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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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Hydrangea droops leaves and flowers: what to do?

table of contentsPossible causesNatural protective mechanismLack of waterNutritional deficiencyUnsuitable substrateWrong locationWrong winteringOther helpful measuresfrequently asked QuestionsThanks to their abundant flowering, hydrangeas are a real eye-catcher in the garden - if they grow upright and healthy. But what should you do if the plants suddenly let their leaves and flowers droop?In a nutshellLack of water as the most common causeCare errors are not always to blameNote the amount of...

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Linden blossom: flowering time of 10 linden species

table of contentsValuable bee costumeBumblebees are dying under linden trees?Structure of the linden blossomLinden species and their heydayA to HK to MS to Wfrequently asked QuestionsLinden trees are important for bees, bumblebees and many other insects. The blossom-rich trees bloom between June and the beginning of August, depending on the species. Its flowers contain a lot of sugar-rich nectar.In a nutshellaround 40 different species of linden trees around the world, which are closely relat...

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Eucalyptus tree: how hardy is eucalyptus?

table of contentsFrost hardiness of eucalyptusWinter in the bedFrost-free through the cold seasonfrequently asked QuestionsWith its striking foliage, the eucalyptus is a special eye-catcher. The decorative silvery blue leaves stay on the plants even in winter. Unfortunately, almost every eucalyptus in this country is not sufficiently winter hardy.In a nutshellEucalyptus grow as small trees or shrubsdepending on the variety, they bloom creamy white, yellow or redRed and yellow flowering specie...

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