Our diet would be unthinkable without potatoes, wheat or tomatoes. However, these plants were not always native here, but are neophytes, i.e. species that have only become established here since the discovery of America in 1492. What are neophytes? Neophytes translated means nothing else than “new plants”. This means plants that were not always native […]

When caring for amaryllis need to pay attention to a few things. Due to its life cycle, the subtropical plant has special requirements that should be met for a beautiful bloom. Caring for a plant involves more than just giving it the right amount of water. Various factors affect the growth and health of plants.

Fleas like vegetables: they eat away at and damage young plants in particular. With a few natural tricks, you can prevent fleas and combat an infestation. Contrary to their name, fleas are not fleas – they belong to the leaf beetle family. These small beetles are one to three millimeters long and feed on vegetable

You can easily propagate your ivy via cuttings. You have two different options for this. Which one you choose is entirely up to you. Propagate ivy: Find the right cutting Ivy is a low-maintenance, undemanding plant that is easy to propagate. You can use either head cuttings or partial cuttings. Head cuttings consist of a

Planting mustard is simple and productive at the same time. However, you must make sure that the other plants in the bed match the mustard. Learn more about planting and harvesting mustard in our guide. Contents1 Planting mustard: location and soil2 Sowing mustard: instructions for the yellow plant.3 Caring for the mustard plant4 Harvesting mustard

Hyacinths are popular spring bloomers that shine in a variety of colors. With our uncomplicated instructions, you can plant them yourself at home – whether in the garden or on the balcony. Hyacinths belong to the so-called bulbous plants. Their fine roots grow from a large bulb, which is transplanted whole. For a beautiful bloom,

The eucalyptus is a beautiful plant that is used worldwide as a medicinal and ornamental plant. How to plant eucalyptus and how best to care for it, you can learn here. The eucalyptus originates from Australia and Indonesia and is the most widespread deciduous tree there. Worldwide, more than 600 subspecies are counted among the

Green manuring is a real alternative to keep the soil fertile. But what is behind it? What are the advantages of green manure and how does the method work? Contents1 The principle of green manuring2 What green manuring brings3 Green manure for different purposes4 1 green manure for better soil5 2 green manure as erosion

The nightshade family is large. It includes beautiful ornamental plants as well as some of our most popular vegetables. What are nightshade plantsNightshade is the name of a plant family that includes about 100 genera and nearly 3000 species. You can often recognize nightshade plants by their flowers: they are cup-shaped and usually have five

Garden leaf beetles, also called June beetles, look like cockchafer, but they are pests. You get rid of them by prevention, setting traps, or applying natural predators. The garden leaf beetle: a pestYou may know the garden leaf beetle (Phyllopertha horticola) by the name June beetle. It looks very similar to the cockchafer and is

Plants in the bathroom are ideal for creating a relaxing atmosphere. The following plants are particularly suitable for the warm and humid climate in the bathroom. Contents1 Plants for a good bathroom climate2 Plants for bathrooms with lots of daylight3 Cyprus Grass4 Monstera5 Plants for bathrooms with little light6 Monocot7 Green Lily8 Aspidistra elatior9 Tips

Bamboo makes a good hedge plant and will fit into any garden. However, you need to prune your bamboo regularly so that it remains pretty to look at despite its fast growth. As a hedge plant, bamboo brings exotic flair to the garden, even in this country. But that is not the only reason why

Despite its South American origin, the physalis can also be planted in this country. Here you can find out how to do this and what care the healthy plant needs. The physalis, also called Andean or Cape gooseberry, belongs to the nightshade family and originally comes from the South American Andes. The orange fruit is

You can successfully grow plants in hydroponics, even if you don’t have much success in gardening otherwise. In principle, almost all plants are suitable for this purpose. However, those with large leaves are particularly suitable. Grow a plant without soil? That is exactly the concept of hydroponics. Instead of soil, the plant has a special

In our latitudes, the tropical plant turmeric grows best indoors. Here, the turmeric plant finds the constant warmth it needs. How to plant turmeric, care for it and harvest the roots. Today, turmeric, also called turmeric or saffron root, is more popular than ever. We use the roots, called rhizomes, fresh or dried as a

Pruning the hibiscus is important for its full bloom. We show the most important cuts and instructions that will allow you to easily cut your own hibiscus. Hibiscus, or hibiscus, native to Asia, belongs to the mallow family and has about 200 species. Care for the plant is quite easy. However, in addition to regular

Once established, climbing hydrangea grows with power in height. If you want to properly shape his specimen, or simply can not use hydrangea shoots on the second floor, you need to cut the climbing hydrangea, and regularly. Climbing hydrangeas (Hydrangea petiolaris) are attractive woody plants with aerial and adhesive roots, perfect for greening walls and

Hydrangeas are typical cottage garden plants with lush flowers. After the long flowering period, regular pruning is called for. When and how to properly cut hydrangeas. Already in the 18th century hydrangea, or hydrangea, was bred in German-speaking countries and over the years found more and more lovers. No wonder, because the bushes bloom all

Climbing roses, unlike shrub or bedding roses, do not require much care. It is only important that you cut climbing roses after flowering. With proper pruning, the plants are stimulated to sprout new flowers. Densely growing roses will then be worth the effort. Cutting climbing roses: Differences from bedding and shrub roses. Their bedding and

Each shrub has different requirements for its care. We show when is the best time to cut each bush and give tips on the correct procedure for pruning. With their appearance, fruit and flowering, shrubs enrich the aesthetics of our garden, our diet and the diet of wildlife and insects. However, for a variety of

Put the worms in a box, add organic waste, close the lid and the worm bin is ready. But it’s not that easy with the worm farm. What you should consider when you build a worm bin yourself, why buying a worm bin makes more sense for some people, and even more interesting facts about

Rhododendrons do not really need to be pruned, but pruning is still useful in many cases to ensure beautiful flowering. What you need to pay attention to, you will learn below. Rhododendron is a popular flowering shrub, which can be found both in parks and in the wild. In the spring it attracts all eyes

Dethatching your lawn will keep it green and healthy longer! Unfortunately, this lawn care, which removes moss and lawn thatch and thus helps the grass roots to get more oxygen, is often neglected. Learn in our guide what to look for when dethatching and how to avoid mistakes. Contents1 Why should you scarify your lawn?2

As autumn approaches, many amateur gardeners ask themselves what will happen to their lawns now. What about mowing the lawn, is it still possible in October and November and when should you reach for the mower for the last time in autumn? RequirementsRight off the bat, there is no set date for when you should

For a lush green lawn, proper mowing is the be-all and end-all. How often should you mow your lawn, when is the right time and how short should the grass be cut? If you make mistakes, you risk bald spots, clover and moss. Regular mowing is important for a healthy lawn. How often you should