Damage to tomatoes is not always caused by pathogens. We present environmental and physiological disorders in tomato plants and give tips on how to avoid them.Sunburn causes light to translucent spots on fruits and leaves [Photo: valerypetr / Shutterstock.com]Not just different Tomato pests and diseases can cause damage to tomato plants and their fruits. In this article we explain common physiological damage and deformations that mostly occur during the summer and how they can be prevented.co...
Young tomato plants are pricked out and transplanted in spring, and planted out a few weeks later. We give important tips on how to implement it successfully.Tomatoes should be pricked out as soon as the first pair of true leaves appear [Photo: julser / Shutterstock.com]Tomatoes are pricked and planted between sowing and harvesting. We give you instructions for both planting measures and explain which soil is suitable.contentsPrick tomatoesWhen should you prick tomatoes?Which soil is suitable...
Mineral fertilizers are obtained using synthetic processes or from fossil minerals. We take a closer look at these "artificial fertilizers".For a long time mineral fertilizers were considered a miracle cure, today they are repeatedly criticized [Photo: motorolka / Shutterstock.com]Already in 1865 Justus von Liebig recognized after intensive research: “A soil is fertile for a given plant genus, if he has the mineral nutrients necessary for this plant in the right amount, in the right proportio...
Soil pH is a critical factor in plant growth - many gardeners know this. We simply explain to you what the soil pH has to do with acidic soil and alkaline soil and how they influence the degree of acidity.Measuring the pH value is worthwhile for many garden owners [Photo: kram-9 / Shutterstock.com]The pH value of the soil shows with a single number whether a soil is more acidic, neutral or alkaline. The letters pH stand for potentia Hydrogenii, which translated from Latin means “potential / p...
Growing tomatoes starts early in the year. We show what needs to be considered and which substrate is best suited for growing tomato plants.Tomato seeds are only lightly covered with seed compost [Photo: Ilike / Shutterstock.com]Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are the absolute favorites of many hobby gardeners. In summer, tomato plants adorn the vegetable patches and house walls with their grass-green leaves and colorful fruits in many gardens. But in order to be able to grow tomatoes success...
A hedge is not just a privacy screen, it can also be a retreat for insects and birds. Read this article to learn what is important when planting a new hedge.There are a few points to consider before a hedge can be planted [Photo: LianeM / Shutterstock.com]Not only are they popular as privacy screens, hedges also absorb a certain amount of street noise. In addition, your green is better protected from the wind. However, it can take a few years for hedges to become lush green and tall - dependi...
We reveal the principles according to which permacultures work and why this type of cultivation is particularly sustainable.Permaculture is holistic gardening or economic activity in harmony with nature and society [Photo: Beni Kohler / Shutterstock.com]It is not that easy to explain permaculture in just a few sentences. After all, permaculture is a holistic and multi-layered concept of garden design and sustainable agriculture. Permaculture is derived from the English "permanent (agri-) cult...
Nobody likes to see slugs in their beds. Therefore, many snail traps or instructions for DIY are offered.Slugs like to hang out on wet wood [Photo: Ja Crispy / Shutterstock.com]Nudibranchs feast with relish in the lush flower beds of hard-working gardeners. In order to get something from the harvest yourself, it is advisable to set up snail traps. It's pretty simple, especially if you know what snails like: protection from predators and from dehydration. Traps that offer these two baits work ...
The rue is an undemanding, evergreen ornamental shrub with health-promoting properties.In sunny, rather dry and chalky locations, rues usually grow without any problems [Photo: Maren Winter / Shutterstock.com]The rue was already used by the Romans and through the Middle Ages (Ruta graveolens) a popular aromatic and, above all, medicinal herb. There are even some rue recipes from earlier times that have survived. Nowadays the rue is grown primarily because of its use for grappa and as a heat a...
Many would like to get fresh, healthy vegetables from their own garden. We'll tell you everything about the right location for a vegetable patch and guide you step by step to your own patch.With proper planning, fresh lettuce can be harvested from your own bed every day [Photo: sanddebeautheil / Shutterstock.com]Creating a vegetable patch is not rocket science and even beginners can do it. However, there are a few points to consider regarding location and planning. With our article you will c...
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