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Autumn anemones: location, varieties & care

Autumn anemones come in all colors from white to pink and red. We'll introduce you to the most beautiful varieties of autumn anemones and reveal what you need to do when planting and caring for the Anemone hupehensis should pay attention to.Autumn anemones add a splash of color to the autumn garden [Photo: aquatarkus / Shutterstock.com]The species Anemone hupehensis, A. japonica and A. tomentosa summarized. While most of the perennials wither in late summer and autumn, the autumn anemone is o...

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Knapweed: plants, care & the most beautiful species

With the great variety of knapweed species, there is something for everyone. With its extraordinary flowers, the knapweed delights not only us, but also many insects.Knapweeds inspire people and bees [Photo: fotosforyou_rk / Shutterstock.com]Next to it is the knapweed (Centaurea) also edible. We provide an overview of the most beautiful species and show you how to plant and care for the knapweed.contentsKnapweed: characteristics and originThe most beautiful species and varietiesPlanting knapw...

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Plant, cut & overwinter the autumn asters

Are you looking for a flowering autumn plant for your garden that is insect-friendly? We introduce you to the Herbstaster. There are numerous colors of these, which show up in the last days of summer at the beginning of their flowering.With proper care, autumn asters bloom very profusely [Photo: Sirius3001 / Shutterstock.com]Autumn also has a lot to offer in terms of gardens. Herbstastern (Symphyotrichum and aster) are an excellent example of beautiful flowers - they come in many different co...

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Zinnias: Planting, Location & Care

Zinnias have always been popular summer flowers and are a real delight for every gardener with their variety of colors and their ability to bloom. We introduce the zinnia and give tips for cultivating it in your own garden.Zinnias come in all imaginable colors, with double and single flowers [Photo: Joko P / Shutterstock.com]A summer flower that can be found in almost every cottage garden is the zinnia (Zinnia elegans). It is sometimes used as a cut flower, as it produces numerous colorful fl...

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Cutting willow: timing & procedure for pruning

Hardly any other wood can be cut as rigorously as the willow. Nevertheless, a few tips and tricks for the perfect willow cut don't hurt.Willows can be severely shortened [Photo: Animaflora PicsStock / Shutterstock.com]Willows (Salix) are suitable both as decorative eye-catchers in parks and gardens and are more diverse than you might think. In addition to the popular Harlequin Willow (Salix integra ‘Hakuro Nishiki’) are also hanging willows like the weeping willow (Salix alba ‘Tristis’) or th...

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Lilies: everything to buy, plant & care for

Lilies are among the oldest ornamental plants. We have summarized everything important for you, from purchasing to planting and care.Lilies are among the oldest and most magnificent ornamental plants [Photo: vitasunny / Shutterstock.com]The genus of lilies (Lilium) is one of the most magnificent of the flowering plants. Its elegant flowers appear from June to the first frost, depending on the species. Probably the best known of the species is the Madonna lily with its pure white petals. But l...

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Planting lilies of the valley: location & procedure

Lily of the valley is an easy-care perennial for shady places. Here you can find out everything about the flowering period, location and care.Lilies of the valley are an easy-care perennial for shady places [Photo: Jacopo ventura / Shutterstock.com]At the height of flowering in May, lilies of the valley (Convallaria majalis) their innocent white flowers mostly on large areas. Just in time for Mother's Day, the little bells of the perennials ring out a song of intimate love and purity, that of...

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Crocus: flowering period, cultivation & care

The crocus has strong colors and an attractive flower at the beginning of the garden year. Here you can find out everything about growing crocuses in your own garden.Crocuses are planted in the fall [Photo: ZhakYaroslav / Shutterstock.com]The crocus (Crocus) belongs to the iris family (Iridaceae), with its colorful flowers marks the end of gray winter and heralds the beginning of colorful spring. With a flowering period that begins as early as February, it is not uncommon to see it carefully ...

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Checkerboard flower: plant, care & propagate

Checkerboard flowers stand out due to the almost checkered pattern of their blossoms. We show where the checkerboard flowers feel particularly comfortable and give tips about planting, caring for and propagating.Easily recognized by the striking drawing of its petals: the checkerboard flower [Photo: imulade / Shutterstock.com]With the checkerboard flower, also called chess flower or lapwing egg, you get a unique eye-catcher in your garden. The eye-catching plaid pattern of the early bloomer c...

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Planting tulips: when, where & how?

When do you put tulip bulbs in the bed? Where and how do you plant tulips correctly? And can you also put tulip bulbs in a pot? We answer all your questions about planting tulips.In this article we explain the best way to plant tulips [Photo: Jurga Jot / Shutterstock.com]Hardly any other flower awakens the fever of spring in us as much as this one tulip (Tulipa). It belongs to the lily family (Liliaceae) and makes for great, colorful accents in every garden. Originally it comes from the stepp...

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