The Pilea is a popular ornamental and houseplant with its valley-shaped leaves. In this article we will show you how to plant and care for the pilea properly. The pilea is also known by the names ufo plant, Chinese money tree, belly button plant, lucky thaler and pancake plant. In our latitudes, this rare ornamental […]

Areas of application of perlite Perlite as a soil conditioner in the garden: Puffed up perlites are true all-rounders in the garden. As a so-called soil additive, the rock loosens the soil and also ensures that it stores rainwater better. If you buy potting soil containing perlite, you can avoid waterlogging. If you want to

Ivy is considered poisonous. The climbing plant can cause symptoms of poisoning even if it comes into contact with the skin or if only a few parts of the plant are eaten. Learn more about the effects of ivy and how you should act in case of emergency here. Ivy is poisonous, but the shade-loving

The weevil and its larvae can be dangerous for your garden if they appear in masses. We show you how to recognize the weevil and control it as gently as possible. The nocturnal weevil feeds on the leaves of your plants. Depending on the species, the weevil always prefers a certain plant family. The eaten

Ermine moths can cover entire trees with their silvery veils. Find out here how you can recognize an infestation and combat it with natural measures. Ermine moths and their caterpillars usually leave behind bare, brightly shining trees and shrubs. The insects are named after the silvery white webs in which the caterpillars pupate individually or

Caring for geraniums on a balcony can be a rewarding experience, as these colorful and fragrant plants thrive in containers and can brighten up your outdoor space. Here are expert tips on how to care for geraniums on a balcony: 1. Container Selection: 2. Soil Mix: 3. Sunlight: 4. Watering: 5. Fertilizing: 6. Deadheading: 7.

The Japanese clove cherry is just the thing for you if you want a low-maintenance and colorful flowering splendor for your garden. We’ll show you how to grow and care for this ornamental cherry. The Japanese clove cherry belongs to the rose family and is one of the most popular ornamental cherry species. The deciduous

Contents1 Galangal in the garden2 Location:3 Soil:4 Planting:5 Care:6 How galangal works7 Galangal in the kitchen Galangal in the garden Galangal originates from the Asian region and is mainly cultivated in Thailand and the Chinese island of Hainan. With us, the root is still quite uncommon. Only in well-stocked Asian stores you can buy the

If you want to renew your lawn, you do not necessarily have to dig it up: There are different methods with and without digging up. Depending on the method, the right time to renew the lawn also differs. Weeds instead of grass, everything full of moss or bare patches: There are many reasons to renew

Although the rhododendron is actually very easy to care for, it is not spared from diseases. In this article you can read how to recognize and correctly combat various rhododendron diseases. Rhododendron diseases can have very different causes. Fungi or animal pests often attack the evergreen plants. In addition, too few nutrients or an unsuitable

Poisonous plants can quickly become dangerous for cats and dogs. As a pet owner, you should avoid these garden and indoor plants. It’s true that people think animals instinctively know what they can and cannot eat. However, this is only partly true. Dogs and cats in particular have few protective instincts about poisonous plants. Since

Evergreen climbers for the garden wanted? You’ve come to the right place! We present three beautiful specimens with which you can decorate your home garden. Evergreen climbers provide year-round color in your garden and are comparatively robust and undemanding. Once they are well established, you don’t even need to protect them from winter (in most

Autumn lawn fertilizer makes the lawn fit for the winter. The special fertilizer helps the lawn in autumn to better cope with frost and diseases. This is due to the special composition of the autumn lawn fertilizer. Many amateur gardeners leave out the autumn lawn fertilizer, but it provides the lawn with important nutrients for

Lava mulch is a popular and durable natural material for the care of your plants. We explain how to use lava mulch and what features and drawbacks the rock has. Contents1 Lava mulch: dried lava2 Application of lava mulch3 Advantages and disadvantages of lava mulch4 But lava mulch also has disadvantages: Lava mulch: dried lava

Evergreen groundcovers are a great way to add large scale planting to the garden. The plants are usually very robust and do not require much care. Groundcovers are herbaceous plants that allow you to plant large areas in your garden with low maintenance. They are often very robust and only grow to a limited height.

If you want to dry thyme, you can do so quite easily in the air under the right conditions. This is worthwhile, because in the dried state thyme is very long shelf life, so you have long something from the spice. To use thyme for as long as possible, you should preserve it. The best

Safflower with its orange flowers is not only a real eye-catcher in the garden. The plant is also attributed various healing properties. Here you can find out how safflower works and how you can grow it. Safflower is a popular ornamental plant because of its beautiful flowers. Also known as safflower, it was used in

The meadow buttercup is a robust, perennial plant and does well in the home garden. Both the lesser and greater meadow-head are also popular with bees and insects. The meadow buttercup forms its own genus of plants and belongs to the rose family. The various species grow herbaceously, as perennials or shrubs. Greater meadow-head grows

Blue grain is a popular fertilizer among amateur gardeners. It quickly provides plants with important nutrients. In the long term, however, it harms the soil and biodiversity. Contents1 What is blue grain?2 How does blue grain work?3 Blue grain: effects on the environment4 Alternatives to blue grain What is blue grain? Blue grain is an

Hardy palms bring an exotic touch to the home garden and survive the cold months without any problems. We introduce you to the most important species. Hardy tropical plantsPalm trees bring tropical flair to gardens and balconies. The exotic plants are naturally accustomed to warm temperatures. Nevertheless, there are some hardy palms that can survive

The Braunelle is a widespread native wildflower. We explain how to plant this versatile medicinal herb in the garden, what care it needs and how to use it properly. The Braunelle (“Prunella vulgaris”) is a wildflower native to Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. It is also considered a versatile herbal remedy. In our country,

When pruning conifers, you should always be careful, because pruning mistakes can stunt the growth of the trees. Here’s how you can best proceed. Contents1 Pruning conifers:2 When can I prune conifers?3 Tips for cutting conifers4 Care pruning and topiary of conifers Pruning conifers: Although they are otherwise considered very low-maintenance plants, there are some