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When does which variety bloom?

The flowering times of the most important magnolia speciesIn spring, the mostly white, pink or purple, large flowers are the magnolia can already be seen from afar. the Magnolia family - originally native to Asia and the North American continent - comprises around 230 different species that are in terms of their height, Flower shape and flowering time are very different. The lush flowering usually lasts about 14 days, with some trees blooming a second time at a later time.also readFrom small ...

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These tools are of great help

Basic equipment for gardening in raised bedsThose who primarily garden in raised beds need different basic equipment. Long shaft devices like spade Etc. are of little use here; instead, small handheld devices are usually sufficient.also readThe best tips for raised bedsRaised bed or greenhouse? Why not both in one?Do you have to cover a raised bed in winter?These tools are handyFor example, it makes sense to purchase these handheld devices:With a hand shovel and flower fork, seed grooves can ...

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When, with what and how often?

When is the best time to fertilize?The nature of the fertilizer largely determines the right time for use. Organic fertilizer is processed in advance by soil organisms so that it is available for the plants. Mineral and mineral-organic fertilizers work immediately due to their chemical components. The following overview lists the best fertilization dates:Organic fertilizer (compost, plant manure): in autumn and again in springMineral or mineral-organic fertilizer: depending on the duration of...

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Sweet cherry »Recognize & treat diseases

The shotgun disease and the spray stain diseaseThe most common disease in sweet cherries is Shotgun Sickness. This disease, which is caused by fungal pathogens, can begin to manifest itself as early as May. Red-brown spots appear on the leaves. Eventually the stains will become holes and the leaves will look like shot riddled with holes. Then they dry up and fall off.also readPlanting a sweet cherry: how's it going right?The sweet cherry as a half-stemThe sweet cherry as a high stem - advanta...

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What to do with the plant remains?

Start free for a second life - move perennial balcony plantsSome of the most beautiful balcony plants for winter and spring are far too good to be carelessly disposed of at the end of the flowering period. A shining example is the wonderful one Christmas rosethat enchants in the wintry flower box with white bowl flowers. Place the perennials with their root balls and as much soil as possible in a partially shaded location in the bed. Wherever Helleborus niger feel at home, they will stay with...

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Build a garden house on the balcony

The sizeSince the space on the balcony is limited, you should choose a model that offers sufficient but no more than required storage space. Alternatively, you can Build tool sheds yourself and so perfectly match the space situation and the layout of the balcony.also readDismantle or relocate a garden house - this is how it worksThe self-built garden house - this is how it worksBasement in the garden shed, is that possible?The materialsPlastic: easy to care for and robust. In addition, these ...

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Watering, cutting, repotting and more

What should be considered when watering a euphorbia?Basically, it is very difficult to make statements about the care of the genus as a whole, since there are milkweed plants that have been adapted to the most varied of site conditions. However, a large part of the euphorbias grows succulent and therefore only needs occasional and very sparingly measured watering. The one that looks like a cactus Triangular milkweed should also be treated like a cactus when it comes to moisture and should onl...

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Recognize and treat successfully

Recognize and fight fungal infestationFungal infestation is not always easy to spot, and the signs are often similar to others Diseases or even a pest infestation and can easily be confused. However, these typical characteristics should be taken aback and a closer investigation after itself:brown or black leaf spotsrust-colored pustules or spots on the leavesflour-like leaf coveringsshoots and branches suddenly dry upalso readFelling trees - You also need a permit for trees in your own garden...

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Planting blood plums »The most important points in brief

Choosing the right location:The tasty blood plum prefers sunny to partially shaded spots. These varieties thrive in pots, on orchards or beds.also readHow to cut the roots of the young blood plumTransplanting young blood plums: It's that easyBlood plum as a high stem: a decorative alternativeWhen is the ideal planting time?As soon as the autumn dormant phase begins, you can plant the Prunus cerafisera. It should be noted that only young specimens survive a change of location. You should no lo...

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Is the climbing trumpet hardy?

Winter hardiness depending on type and varietyThere are basically three different types of climbing trumpet, with only the American climbing trumpet (Campsis radicans) and the great climbing trumpet (Campsis tagliabuana), a hybrid, hardy for temperatures between - depending on the variety - minus 15 ° C and minus 20 ° C are. The Chinese climbing trumpet (Campsis grandiflora), which is also not suitable for planting in the garden, is much more sensitive and therefore not hardy.also readClimbin...

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