Gardening Tips

Saxifrage is a hardy plant that brings life to barren places. In addition, the evergreen plant is bee and insect friendly. Here’s how to plant and care for saxifrage. Saxifrage is also known by its Latin genus name, Saxifraga. Together with about 450 other species, it forms the saxifrage plant family Saxifragaceae. Saxifrage probably owes […]

Forget-me-not is not only a plant that is popular for its colors. Its blue flowers are also good for use in the kitchen. We show you how to grow and care for forget-me-nots. Forget-me-not, Latin Myosotis, belongs to the family of broad-leaved plants. There are many different forget-me-not species worldwide. The plant is often used

Zinnia not only produces very beautiful flowers, but is also one of the most important plants for insects. How to grow them in the garden and what ecological value the insect-friendly flowers have, you can read here. Zinnia: food for insects Zinnia (also zinnia) is originally from Central America and is a popular ornamental plant

Autumn flowers for the balcony are a nice way to dispel the gloomy mood on cool days. In this article we show you which varieties are particularly suitable. Although the summer is coming to an end, this does not mean that the flowering also comes to an end. On the contrary, there are colorful fall

Sea cabbage is a native plant that grows mainly on coasts. With a little skill, however, you can also plant and harvest the cabbage in your own garden. Sea cabbage, also called shore cabbage, is native to the coasts of northern and western Europe. It used to be abundant, but today the stocks have dwindled.

Algal lime is an ecological garden fertilizer and is used to improve the soil climate. In this article you will learn interesting facts about it. What is algal lime? Algal lime is made from the dead sediments of red algae and is mainly used as a garden fertilizer. As the name suggests, it contains a

Bamboo is not only a very popular evergreen plant, but is also easy to propagate. We show you what you should pay attention to and how you can best propagate your bamboo. Bamboo is a popular plant. Its evergreen leaves and exotic appearance have made it very popular in recent decades. Moreover, bamboo is one

Sage is easy to propagate and complements the kitchen and home pharmacy with its aroma. With these tips, we’ll show you how to safely propagate sage. Sage is a popular kitchen herb. With its Mediterranean aroma, it enhances dishes and drinks. As a medicinal plant, it is also a time-honored household remedy for cold symptoms.

If you have a garden, you have plenty of lawn clippings. Instead of throwing it away, we have ideas for you on how to reuse your lawn clippings. If you take proper care of your lawn and mow it regularly, you will be rewarded with a strong and dense lawn. Mowing the lawn means not

Sunburn can also affect plants. Read here how you can tell if your flowers, trees and shrubs have gotten too much sun and what you can do about it. Recognizing and treating sunburn in plants Sun is important for plants. Without it, photosynthesis and thus the survival of plants would be impossible. But: plants that

Many plants help against mosquitoes. This can be very useful: Because especially on balmy summer evenings, the insects in your own garden can become a real problem. It hums and buzzes loudly next to your ear and – bang – you’ve been bitten. Hardly a summer barbecue on the balcony or terrace is free from

You can fight fungus gnats with natural means. We show you how to get rid of the flies in the soil and how to prevent fungus gnats in the future. If the plants are outside on the balcony over the summer, there is no sign of fungus gnats. It is not until winter that the

Catnip has a magical attraction to cats. Everything about the effect, cultivation, care and use of the plant can be found here. Catmint (Nepeta) comes from the labiates family and is a perennial plant that grows up to one meter high. Between July and September, it bears lush white to light blue flowers. Catnip gets

Lavender is easy to propagate and enriches any garden with its colorful and fragrant flowers. We explain to you what you need to pay attention to when propagating lavender. Lavender is an attractive plant for bees and other insects. Lavender flowers are rich in pollen and attract bees with their scent. The pollinators thus ensure

To propagate hydrangeas, you can resort to various options. We present three options and explain what you should consider. The hydrangea impresses with its large inflorescences that shine in all colors – often even in several color gradients per flower. The popular ornamental plant for home and garden is easy to care for, robust and,

With cuttings you can easily propagate hibiscus and enjoy a variety of the colorful plants or even grow a hedge. We show you how to do it. Hibiscus is a popular plant that decorates many a garden or balcony. Depending on the species, hibiscus is annual or perennial and hardy or not. Hibiscus is also

If you want to propagate strawberries, we have suitable instructions for you. Because: They taste best when they come from your own strawberry plants. Strawberry plants are perennial, so you can enjoy the fruits for several years. Different varieties offer different sized and sweet tasting berries. If you want to propagate the healthy strawberries, you

Planting okra is also possible in Europe under the right circumstances. We show you how to grow, care for and harvest the delicious pods. Okra is a heat-loving vegetable that originated in Ethiopia. Okra pods are a staple in the cuisine of several African and Asian countries. But they also play a role in Southern

You’re not the only one who enjoys a wet cool-down in the summer – your plants also need enough water to survive the hot days. Here you can find out when and how to water your plants. Colorful blossoms and vibrant green leaves – especially in summer, plants in the garden or on the balcony

If you want to make your own peat-free soil, you can use compost, sand, clay and other materials. We show which mixtures are useful for homemade soil and for which plants they are suitable. There are many good reasons to use peat-free soil: Peat stores a lot of climate-damaging CO2, which is released when it

Turmeric has been used as a medicinal plant for many centuries. In this article, we explain how you can grow, care for and use turmeric. Turmeric, also called saffron root, belongs to the ginger family. Turmeric was originally cultivated in China and India, where it has been used for food and medicinal purposes for more

Watering your plants when you’re away from home is essential to ensure they remain healthy and hydrated. There are several methods and techniques you can use to efficiently water your plants while you’re away: 1. Self-Watering Planters: 2. Soaker Hoses: 3. Drip Irrigation Systems: 4. Plant Watering Spikes or Globes: 5. DIY Bottle Irrigation: 6.

Scabiosa not only decorate the garden with their delicate flowers, but also attract insects as a bee pasture. Learn how to plant and care for scabiosa here. The flowers of the scabiosa seem to dance on their long filigree stems when the wind makes them move. This playful look makes scabiosa a visually attractive perennial.

If you want to cut roses, you should do it in spring and autumn. The right time to cut back roses is extremely important, so that a few months later again sprout many flowers. We give you an overview. If you want to prune roses in the garden, it’s all about the right timing. Ideally,

Thanks to its numerous flowers and fruits, the bird cherry is an important nutrient tree for insects and birds. In this article we will show you how to plant the wild cherry in your garden. The bird cherry belongs to the rose family and is considered the progenitor of the sweet cherry bred from it.

Mojito mint contains less menthol than other types of mint and therefore tastes especially good in the famous Mojito cocktail. In this article you will learn how you can easily grow and use the mint yourself. The light purple flowers of the mojito mint are an important food source for numerous insects in summer, making

Yellow poppies form vast seas of flowers in the summer, which you can also bring into your home garden. In this article, we’ll give you tips on how to plant and care for the poppy properly. Yellow poppy belongs to the poppy family and is a real eye-catcher in fields and meadows with its bright

You can grow wasabi plants yourself and make your own wasabi paste. We explain how to plant wasabi and give you tips on care, harvesting and preparation. Wasabi is a plant from the cruciferous family. Although wasabi is also known as “Japanese horseradish” because of its pungency, it is not closely related to European horseradish.

Stratifying seeds can help with seeds that just won’t germinate. In this article you will learn when stratification is useful against germination inhibition and how to go about it. Not all seeds are ready to germinate from the start. Some plants need an external stimulus to get their seeds to form shoots. Stratification is a