Gardening Tips

Strawberries are actually nuts, but may still be counted among our most popular fruits. Botanical view A strawberry develops from the flowers of a strawberry plant, or more precisely, from its flower base. This development begins in the middle of the plant’s interior, long before budding. In the vegetation cone of the strawberry plant, the

Cucumbers grown on their own are absolutely delicious and healthy. It is not at all difficult to grow cucumbers. Only powdery mildew, which really often takes over the plants both in the greenhouse and in the open field, is a real nuisance. What causes powdery mildew? The pathogen is a fungus. Two species of powdery

The Elodea impresses with functional attributes, rather than with decorative flowering beauty. As a lush green, hardy underwater plant, it makes a constructive contribution to maintaining water quality in the pond and aquarium. At the same time, it serves as a valuable source of oxygen, a popular spawning ground and a popular hiding place for

Couchgrass also known as hair barley, cordgrass, or creeping quackgrass, are perennial herbaceous root weeds in the sweetgrass family. Some species develop long, underground rhizomes that have the ability to form roots at each individual node. Even from small root remnants, new plants can develop again. Therefore, when controlling couch grass in lawns, it is

Interesting question, so far most still go with. Immediately afterwards, even otherwise well occupied brains already formulate the question, why in heaven’s name do they need to know that? Fruit What fruit is, is not clearly defined. The term “fruit” summarizes as a so-called collective noun an indefinite number of similar things in a class.

The skillful cultivation of tomatoes rests on several supporting pillars. If only one of them is out of balance, the longed-for harvest of crisp, fresh apples of paradise is at stake. Yellow leaves are one of the most common symptoms of damage to tomato plants and signal serious complications. This does not necessarily have to

It is rather normal than unusual in our latitudes that basil develops black spots on the leaves. In the article you will learn how to prolong the life of basil pot in the kitchen and that only home-grown basil of the right varieties provides a real guarantee against black spots. The possible causes Don’t worry,

There are several reasons why strawberries do not want to bloom, we distinguish here between strawberries planted as seedlings and homegrown strawberries. The following causes may be to blame for the plants refusing to flower: errors in care. If you planted strawberries for the first time, perhaps overzealous and insufficiently trained sellers assure you that

Except for a few overbred potato varieties that do not flower, the flowering stage is part of the normal maturation process of the potato plant. After fertilization by insects, tomato-like fruits with seeds develop, but they are not used for horticultural and commercial potato cultivation. If the potatoes do not bloom, this may be due

Millions of basil are bought in pots every year. As potted plants, they are additionally a decorative eye-catcher for any kitchen. It is a pity that in most cases the basil quickly dies. If the first brown leaves appear, it can be assumed that health problems are already in full swing. Here it is necessary

Pumpkin and zucchini are two well-known and widespread in domestic kitchen gardens representatives of the cucurbits. Already in the biological name, the occurring designation Cucurbita indicates the high relationship of both useful plants. Therefore, it is not surprising that especially the young plants without pronounced inflorescences and fruiting are easily confused. We explain the difference,

If you want to enrich your garden pond with koi, you will find the noble fish with the iridescent scales in a salt tank in specialized stores. Coincidence? No, salting the koi pond is considered a secret care tip. Even professional breeders from Japan, the country of origin of the fish, recommend adding salt. What

Only 20 calories per 100 grams, plus a lot of vitamins and minerals and its unique taste, make the rhubarb so popular! Although rhubarb is considered a vegetable, it is mainly used for sweet dishes such as pies and desserts. It is grown by amateur gardeners all over the world. If the harvest success decreases,

Every gardener is delighted when in the spring his lovingly tended strawberries open abundant flowers, because they promise a bountiful harvest. If the Fragaria goes on a conquest tour with its tendrils along the way, on the other hand, the joy is mixed. While some are grateful for new, free plantlets, others see runners with

For a well-groomed lawn dethatching, fertilizing and seeding are indispensable measures. Many garden owners use fertilizer and seeding before scarifying the soil. How to do it right after scarifying, read below. Scarify lawn first – reasons Compaction of the soil, the lawn or due to moss Hard, impermeable soil due to dryness Presence of large

Raspberries are an asset to any garden. But their extensive root growth can quickly become a problem. With the right instructions for a root barrier for raspberries, you get the solution. Raspberries – root barrier useful Raspberries are flat-rooted, but their root growth each year takes more area in all directions. Some offshoots are then

For many, turf is the fresh green gem in the home garden. But what are the causes when it turns yellow or brown? And what can you do then? Water shortage A sod that has too little water available tends to change color. The lack of water can be caused by watering too infrequently or

Who does not want a beautiful green lawn in front of the house? But the hot summer temperatures make the grass dry up. Blowing up the lawn can help. When is the right time? Water requirement of the lawn If you want a green lawn in the summer, you need to know its needs. Lawn

Pumpkins are very popular in the home garden. Despite good care and proper cultivation, the pumpkin may not develop splendidly. If necessary, the pumpkins turn brown and fall off. The causes Pumpkins (Cucurbita) are considered plants that require little care. The various cultivated species thrive magnificently and are a guarantee of a bountiful harvest. If

If the blossoms of tomatoes suddenly fall off, there are various possible causes. We show you which triggers are responsible for this and what you can do about it. Flower shedding due to lack of fertilization Tomatoes have hermaphroditic flowers. Thus, they are able to carry out fertilization independently. For this reason, tomato plants, in

Hardly any crop survives the winter, when the soil freezes completely. Or does it? What impact do sub-zero temperatures, when temperatures fall just below 0°C, have on vegetable cultivation, especially potato cultivation? This guide explains how much frost potatoes can tolerate. Potatoes tolerate frost only slightly Potatoes love a warm environment. They feel most comfortable

If the green lawn is matted, this not only looks unkempt, but also harms the lawn, because the soil is poorly ventilated. In addition, rainwater can not penetrate and run off. This is how easy you remove lawn thatch. What is lawn thatch? Lawn felt is organic material that covers the ground over time. The

Mint is one of the best known herbs. The numerous species and varieties are as diverse as their aroma and pleasant fragrance. But what to do when the mint leaves get white spots? White spots on mint leaves It’s not so much care errors as pests and diseases that are behind the sudden appearance of

Thyme is a popular Mediterranean culinary and spice herb with numerous species in different qualities. But what can be the reason when the thyme leaves get white spots and what can be done? Cicadas These cicadas are two to four millimeters small, slender, greenish-yellow animals, usually with a brown-black spotted surface. They sit mainly on