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First raised bed for children: 14 ideal plants

table of contentsLeafy vegetables and salads from F to MLeaf vegetables and salads from P to SVegetables and legumes from B to GVegetables and pulses from K to PVegetables and legumes from R to Zfruitfrequently asked QuestionsChildren also enjoy gardening and are happy that delicious fruit and vegetables grow from small seeds. With a first raised bed, you slowly lead the children to gardening. Choose varieties that are fast-growing, easy to care for and popular with children, so that the litt...

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Build drywall: illustrated building instructions

table of contentsRationalematerialsInstructions for buildingfrequently asked QuestionsA dry stone wall can be used to support slopes in the garden or to delimit certain sections. Building such a wall is relatively easy. We explain how to do it step by step.In a nutshellWith a dry stone wall, the stones lie dry, i.e. without mortar, on top of one anotherThe joints are also not grouted afterwardsThis creates shelter for insects and small animalsThe wall structure can even be plantedA garden des...

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Raised bed: which film / fleece to choose for the inner lining?

table of contentsWhy foil?Which inner linings for the raised bed?Pond liner - the classicPVCPEEPDMLiquid pond linerBubble wrapPET fleeceMaterials for beds without foilsWith a raised bed, the joys of gardening can be experienced even in the smallest of spaces or in old age. This unique bed shape requires a special structure with several layers of soil, compost and Green waste stored in a bucket higher than the actual soil is available as a vegetable garden or flower bed stand. The inner lining...

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Load capacity of balconies: how much load can it withstand?

table of contentsBalcony constructionsRequirementsmaterialBigger loadsLiabilityControl of the balconyfrequently asked QuestionsBalconies are particularly popular with rental apartments because they are often the only way to be outside, to eat, to relax or to celebrate parties. However, balconies cannot withstand unlimited loads.In a nutshellBuilding material mostly wood, concrete or metalConstructions can be free-floating or supportedLoad limits are reached quickly at certain pointsMaterial a...

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Border planting: you must keep this border distance

table of contentsLegal situationMeasurement of the limit distanceLaws and regulations of the individual federal statesBaden-WuerttembergBavariaBerlinBrandenburgBremen, Hamburg, Mecklenburg-Western PomeraniaHesseLower Saxony (with Bremen)North Rhine-WestphaliaRhineland-PalatinateSaarlandSaxonySaxony-AnhaltSchleswig-HolsteinThuringiaPlantings directly on the property lineReplacement plantings in a hedgeMake claimsPlantings in the area of ​​land near the border often give rise to disputes betwee...

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Treating powdery mildew: 8 natural home remedies

table of contentsDowny mildew or powdery mildew?First measuresMilk against powdery mildewSoda against powdery mildewBroths against downy mildewGarlic stock against downy mildewPlant herbsNatural combatComplete cut backPreventIf the plants have been attacked by powdery mildew or downy mildew, then this is not only annoying and unsightly, the plants could also suffer holistic damage. But there are various home remedies for this.Downy mildew or powdery mildew?Depending on whether it is the wrong...

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Solar energy for greenhouse heating

table of contentsfunctionalityadvantagesdisadvantagecostsInverterexperiencefrequently asked QuestionsThe electricity costs for a greenhouse heater can be quite high. For this reason, many gardeners are interested in solar energy as an alternative for their greenhouse. You can get an overview of the energy source in this article.In a nutshellSolar modules convert solar energy into electricitySolar energy is an effective means of powering greenhouse heatersthe biggest advantage is the permanent...

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Concreting in ground sockets: Instructions in 4 steps

table of contentsThe materialTools and aidsThe instructions - step by stepStep 1 - determine the locationStep 2 - The excavationStep 3 - measure the sleevesStep 4 - concrete ground socketsfrequently asked QuestionsWhether carport, patio cover or Privacy screen - Drive-in sleeves ensure a secure hold in the subsurface and at the same time distance to soil moisture and dirt. With our instructions you can also set the ground sockets in concrete.In a nutshelladjust several ground sockets using a ...

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Lolium Perenne: German ryegrass

Left picture: Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA, Lolium perenne (3932191267), Cut by Plantopedia, CC BY-SA 2.0table of contentspropertiesLocationsowingcareMultiplicationDiseases or pestsClassification of gradesEarly varietiesMedium late varietiesLate varietiesIntersectionsThe German ryegrass (Lolium Perenne) is a sweet grass and is therefore often used as pasture grass. It is also often found in seed mixes for meadows or race. Its advantages lie in its easy maintenance, surefootedness and...

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Raised bed dimensions: the ideal height, width and length

table of contentsThe right heightheightRaised beds to sit onLocationThe ideal widthThe optimal lengthRaised bed for childrenBefore you create a raised bed, it is important to find out the very individual ideal dimensions. After all, it should not only be back-friendly, but also stable and easy to work with.The right heightThere are several factors to consider when choosing the perfect height for a raised bed.heightFor many gardeners, the main reason for purchasing or building a raised bed is ...

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