Mixed culture focuses on the combination of different plants that have a positive influence on each other. Vegetable varieties, flowering plants, fruit varieties and herbs are planted next to each other, which support each other. If you have little space, but do not want to give up a colorful plate of vegetables from your own […]
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Citrus trees teach us patience above all. All year long, we can watch in anticipation as the pretty white blossoms very slowly grow into large, colorful fruits. Summer may be over now, but the bright yellow and orange globes on the little trees remind us of sunny days and bring some light into the dark
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Varied planted beds, tubs or balcony boxes not only look great, the colorful variety also offers a number of advantages if you pay attention to which plants you combine with each other. Because there are so many plants to choose from, we’re featuring plant teams that go particularly well together. We start with the juicy-sweet
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The realm of plants is quite varied. There are tender green stems as well as thick trunks that can reach over a hundred meters into the sky. In this country, most plants grow herbaceously, as shrubs or trees. To find out what this means, let’s take a closer look at the different growth forms. Contents1
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Preserving food to build up sufficient winter stocks – this is no longer a necessity these days. It’s still a lot of fun to preserve fruits and vegetables, especially if they come from your own garden. In addition to making fruity treats like jams and marmalades or juice, syrup and jelly, you can also preserve
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For many people, the poinsettia is a firm part of the holidays and the Christmas season. But unfortunately, very few plants survive more than a few weeks after moving into their new home. To understand why this happens and how to successfully counteract it, a little knowledge about its origin and care requirements is necessary.
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Varied planted beds or containers not only look great, the colorful variety also offers a number of benefits if you pay attention to which plants you combine with each other. Since the choice of plants is so wide, we present particularly well-matched plant teams. Contents1 Dream team in the vegetable patch2 Tomato & Spinach- the
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Sprouts are a popular source of vitamins in winter, when there is not so much going on outside in the garden. If you follow a few things, the cultivation is very simple and after a short time you can enjoy the delicious sprouts. Contents1 Germination: from grain to shoot2 That’s why sprouts are so healthy3
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What we have in common with mealybugs? We love citrus trees! While we are after the delicious fruit, the little crawlers prefer the juice from the leaves of the plant. There they pierce with their tiny proboscises and can cause great damage. Especially nasty: we often discover the pests quite late and are then faced
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Some plants try coziness: They germinate and grow slowly, bloom quietly, and then still take plenty of time to let their fruits ripen. Of course, this is mainly due to the climate in this country, because bell pepper, chili and hot bell pepper plants originally come from warmer climates. We can still grow them in
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All our plants have one thing in common: they need soil to grow. It would be a shame to buy new soil every year, when you can spice up the old one with a few tricks to make it fresh and nutrient-rich again. In this small but nice article we have a few ideas for
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Growing your own tomato plants from seed is not that difficult if you know the needs of the little seedlings and young plants and care for them. Tomatoes do not need it quite as warm and also germinate faster than peppers and chilies – if you still want to sow these peppery fellows, you still
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Cold frames are a great way to start gardening even though the weather isn’t really cooperating yet. Under the protection of glass, fleece or plastic panels, early seeds are nice and cozy and warm. This way you create a transition between winter and spring and can start gardening and harvesting sooner! Contents1 What is a
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Whether blueberries or blueberries: Get to the pruning shears. There are probably few tasks in the garden that are as easy as pruning blueberries or blueberries. For the first few years, you can leave the plants alone anyway – and even later, the maintenance required isn’t high. We’ll take a look at when exactly you
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Often you can’t avoid having to water your garden, balcony or even houseplants with tap water – rainwater is not always available. We take a look at why even tap water containing lime is not as bad as its reputation suggests. Contents1 The water supply of plants2 Rainwater or tap water for plants?3 Can plants
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Ensuring that your blueberry plants survive the winter and thrive in the spring requires some preparation and care. Here are the steps to help your blueberries make it through the winter successfully: 1. Choose Cold-Hardy Varieties: 2. Proper Planting Location: 3. Mulch: 4. Watering: 5. Pruning: 6. Protect Against Winter Sun: 7. Fertilization: 8. Winter
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Contents0.0.1 The right fertilizer and timing0.0.2 Why do you need to fertilize blueberries?0.0.3 Fertilizing blueberries in pots0.0.4 Fertilize blueberries – The right time0.0.5 Blueberries like slow release fertilizer0.0.6 Fertilizing blueberries with coffee grounds0.0.7 Fertilizing blueberries with horn shavings, horn meal or wool1 Fertilizing blueberries with bark or needle compost1.0.1 Fertilize blueberries with berry fertilizer The
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So that your olive feels really comfortable with you Silvery green leaves and a gnarled trunk – how beautiful is an olive tree? It doesn’t need as much care as you might think. The quaint trees are easy to care for and with our 5 tips, you’re sure to become an olive tree care professional
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In order for it to grow healthy and strong and produce lots of lemons, you need to repot your lemon tree and give it new soil. With these 3 simple steps, it’s guaranteed to work. We’ll show you how to do it and what to look out for. Contents0.1 Why and how often do I
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The lemon: the path from the core to the tree In order for it to grow healthy and strong and produce lots of lemons, you need to repot your lemon tree and give it new soil. With these 3 simple steps, it’s guaranteed to work. We’ll show you how to do it and what to
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When buying an olive tree, whether for ornamental or fruit-bearing purposes, there are several important points to consider. Here’s a guide to help you make an informed decision: 1. Variety Selection: Olive trees come in various varieties, each with its unique characteristics, growth habits, and fruit production. Determine your goal—ornamental, oil production, or table olives—and
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Blueberry plants have special requirements for their soil, but otherwise are very easy to care for. In summer, they bear thick, blue berries and are therefore also called blueberries. In autumn they decorate the garden and balcony with colorful leaves. We present 7 points that matter when you want to buy a blueberry plant. Contents1
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How to survive frost raspberries in the garden and pot In order for raspberry plants to survive the icy temperatures in winter well, they need warming protection, especially in tubs. Outdoor raspberries are tougher, but they also appreciate a little attention during the cold season. Wintering raspberries is guaranteed with a few tips. Contents1 Robust
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For a bountiful harvest and healthy plants, you’ll need to reach for your pruning shears every now and then and prune your raspberries. Fortunately, this is done quickly and is quite simple. Pruning summer raspberries and autumn raspberries is slightly different – but that’s the only difficulty. Contents0.1 Why do you need to cut raspberries?0.2
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Finally plant and harvest your own watermelon Watermelons are super delicious and immediately put us in the summer mood. You can easily grow them yourself in your own garden and there are even dwarf forms that you can grow on your balcony or terrace. We’ll show you what to look out for when planting your
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Watermelons are super delicious and simply belong to the summer. Unfortunately, it is not easy to recognize at first glance whether the watermelon is ripe or not. With our tips you will never again reach for an unripe watermelon. That is why the watermelon should be as ripe as possible We know it from other
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With our instructions you can soon harvest your own mini watermelons! Mini watermelons are wonderful! The bright red flesh and the squeaky green color make a good mood and spread summer feeling. The fruits are super tasty, juicy-sweet and full of vitamins. And best of all, you can even grow them on your balcony! We’ll
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Watermelons from your own garden are a fine thing. Who does not love the juicy sweet melons that spread summer mood with their bright red flesh? However, just as great as their fruit is their hunger for the plant to grow the large melons. In this article we explain how to fertilize your watermelon so
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Mini watermelon pollinating made easy Your mini watermelon grows magnificently, but drops its flowers and does not form fruits? Don’t worry! We’ll explain why and how you can prevent it. “Pollinate watermelon” is the magic formula here. Contents1 Pollinating mini watermelons: how to get the fruit2 How do I distinguish between male and female flowers?3
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Everything you need & know You bought yourself a raspberry plant? Good decision! Now it’s all about how best to plant the raspberry in its new location in the garden or on the balcony. We’ll explain everything that’s important when planting raspberries. Contents1 Planting raspberries: In rows, individually or in a group2 Planting raspberries: When
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