Once not paid attention and it happened. Orchids have many lovers because of their graceful growth habit. Unfortunately, this very characteristic makes the plant very vulnerable. What to do when a flower shoot breaks off? Will it grow back or will the orchid henceforth remain flowerless? In this situation, growers sometimes become really inventive in […]
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For over 2,500 years, these noble beauties have captivated people. Today they are widespread throughout the world. For many lovers orchid is considered the “queen of flowers”. Normally, these plants are quite easy to care for. For some time now, they have also found their way into many living rooms. There orchids are very often
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When the buds of an orchid open, filigree flowers emerge in the most brilliant colors. As if sculpted by an artist for eternity. And indeed, each flower stalk delights us for several weeks at a time. Unfortunately, orchids are not only popular with us humans. Woolly aphids also appreciate these delicacies. They suck diligently from
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With its flowers, the orchid in all its variations is a hit in the German living rooms and inspires especially with its eye-catching shape. Every year, new buds are formed so that the Orchidaceae can present their flower again. But it can happen that due to mistakes in care the buds dry up and subsequently
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Orchids are among the most popular houseplants in this country and delight with their colorful flowers of the numerous species. Despite their beauty, more and more cat owners report symptoms of poisoning after their pet has chewed on the plant or swallowed parts of it. Many parents are also concerned for this reason and ask
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Orchids are among the most popular houseplants in Germany and enchant with the intense bloom and the rich green of the leaves. If the substrate is right, orchid plants require little care and bear fresh leaves every year. However, every now and then a mistake can happen during care that turns the leaves yellow and
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Orchids are very demanding. For good care they also require sufficient nutrients and minerals. These obtain the plant species only conditionally, so that here must be helped by means of fertilizer. What the best orchid fertilizers are, how you can make fertilizer yourself and many tricks for fertilizing, you will learn from the orchid expert.
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Blue orchids are artificial for some, but for many others a color highlight. They are not naturally bred in blue, but artificially colored. Everything there is to know about it and how you can easily dye your orchid blue yourself, explains the plant expert. Contents1 Orchids2 Grower orchids3 Dyeing4 Inject5 Durability6 Coloring7 Spray dyeing8 Do
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Repotting the orchid makes a significant contribution to its healthy growth. Here it has a different requirement than many other plants. When is the right time, which substrate should be used and how to repot, describes the orchid guide in detail. Contents1 Repotting2 Necessity3 Substrate4 Which substrate?5 Substrate types6 Expanded clay7 Wood fibers8 Garden soil9
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If you want to expand your collection of orchids on their own, you can easily do it yourself, for example, by growing children (seedlings). For this you only need detailed instructions, which the plant expert offers you free of charge. Contents1 Propagation2 Orchid varieties3 Propagation time4 Offshoot separation5 Stem cuttings6 Cutting tool7 Burning off8 Alcohol9
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Many of the orchid species that originate from the tropics and subtropics in particular do not grow in the ground, but hold on with their roots in the crowns of jungle trees. The roots of these so-called epiphytes or perching plants require more oxygen and air than the roots of “normal” plants growing in soil.
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Contents1 Why does my orchid not bloom (anymore)?2 Humidity3 Light conditions4 Temperature5 Watering6 Nutrients7 Rest Why does my orchid not bloom (anymore)? Orchids are now on the windowsills in many apartments. They often cost no more than a bouquet of flowers, but stay fresh longer. The splendor of the flowers lasts for many weeks. At
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If many aerial roots form on the illustrative orchid, then the question arises, cut off or not. However, the graceful plant is a perennial plant, which means that these aerial roots are also needed to thrive. However, these rarely look beautiful when countless roots already protrude from the tub. How to proceed here is explained
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Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of the most popular kitchen herbs. Even beginners can cultivate it in the garden or in the kitchen. But what if the leaves of basil show white spots – are they still edible? white spots usually without influence on edibility incorrect watering possible reason for white spots sucking insects like
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Many garden herbs become inedible when they bloom. Other specimens, on the other hand, benefit from flowering. But what about sage? Read here whether or not to cut off the flowers on sage. Sage blooms between May/June to July flowers edible can, but do not have to be cut reduce leaf aroma Contents1 Cut with
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Rosemary is not completely hardy in our latitudes. In very severe winters, the popular kitchen herb can quickly suffer frost damage. If the rosemary is frostbitten, it can still be saved with the right measures. Make nail test cut frostbitten shoots prune only after flowering do not cut into old wood Contents1 Moderately hardy2 Recognizing
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Rosemary is a Mediterranean plant and therefore needs rather little water. But this rule applies only to planted specimens. In the pot, you should pay attention to a regular water supply. How to water rosemary correctly. Rosemary comes from warm Mediterranean region copes quite well with drought Avoid waterlogging at all costs water planted specimens
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Sage is a culinary herb and medicinal plant at the same time. It has a distinctive flavor and unique aroma. In order for sage to develop both to a great extent, you need to cut back the different species at the right time. Pruning time varies within the species Main pruning time for garden sage
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Rosemary harvest provides you with aromatic cuttings of the Mediterranean spice bushes. For optimal flavor, the harvesting process must be done correctly. How to do this, you will learn in this guide. best time to harvest just before flowering in the morning harvest a maximum of one third cut thoroughly use clean and sharp cutting
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Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is an intensely aromatic culinary herb. As such, it can be well cultivated in the garden or even in pots. Read how much light the rosemary needs and in which location it feels particularly well. natural habitat on barren, sunny rocky slopes on the Mediterranean Sea needs a lot of sun and
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Who does not know them, the magnificent lavender fields of Provence. Lavender is one of the most popular fragrant herbs. To keep it that way for many years, you need to cut not only withered flowers of lavender. Cut lavender usually twice a year the first time after flowering, the second time in the spring
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Basil, also known as royal herb, is a popular kitchen herb and especially Italian dishes can not be imagined without it. We show you step by step how to freeze fresh basil. wash and dry before freezing blanch beforehand if possible, improves shelf life freeze immediately after harvesting, whole leaves or minced freeze in portions
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The strong-tasting savory is the perfect spice for many winter dishes. It goes best with legumes, such as beans. So that you always have it on hand, you can freeze the savory. cut just before flowering wash and dry before frosting freeze whole stems or only leaves put leaves with water in ice cube tray
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Thyme is a valuable kitchen herb, not only in Mediterranean cuisine. Both the leaves and the flowers of this aromatic herb are edible. But what happens when the thyme blooms? thyme flowers do not need to be cut off the herb can be used before, during and after flowering flowering time varies depending on the
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To optimize the sowing of nasturtium, many gardeners ask themselves the question of whether the seeds should be soaked in advance. All the information about this you will find in this article. Soak seeds shortens the germination period more seeds germinate successfully tap water can be used for soaking Contents1 Soak seeds useful?2 Utensils for
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If the sage droops leaves, you need to act. Various causes can be responsible for this. How to prevent wilting sage and get the plants back on track, you will learn in this guide. wilts due to various causes must not stand too wet dangerous root rot possible avoid overfertilization protect from leaf cicadas Contents1
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The pretty flowering basil is one of the herbs thanks to its seasoning power. Therefore, it is automatically assumed that basil requires nutrient-poor soil. But will its roots find necessary nutrients in it? Probably not. Basil needs a lot of nutrients as a heavy grower, lean herb soil is unsuitable a consistently loose, permeable soil
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Basil is probably one of the most popular seasoning herbs. It is impossible to imagine Mediterranean cuisine without it. The herb is relatively easy to cultivate. However, the location – and thus the question of whether sun or shade – is crucial. Basil needs sun in the shade grows the culinary herb poorly Culture in
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Basil is one of the most important Mediterranean culinary herbs. For generations it has been used to flavor dishes and in natural medicine. With our tips, basil cultivation is also successful on the balcony. popular culinary herb related to sage and rosemary Labiates with white or pink flowers more than 60 species known suitable for
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Watering basil is a bit of a challenge. The popular plant is sensitive to the wrong amount of water. Here you can learn how much water the popular spice plant needs. in watering needs spice plant has high requirements. Garden owners should not water it too much and not too little moisture on the leaves
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