Gardening Tips

Weeds, which are conspicuous by their thick, unsightly clumps, are best kept in check by good lawn care and the thickest possible turf. Millet in the lawn can be easily removed manually for smaller areas. For larger areas, it may be necessary to chemically control and destroy millet. As a heat-loving grass, it has emerged

It is called eyebrow of Venus, lady’s weed, cricket grass, centaury, cat’s weed, lambs tongue or botanically Achillea millefolium, the common yarrow. It is beautiful to look at while in bloom. Bees, bumblebees and butterflies love the plant. It is one of the most famous medicinal herbs. The wild plant is common in meadows and

Winter turns a once lush green lawn into a sad, brownish and in many places bare sight. The delicate grasses suffer from winter cold, a possible snow load or simply excessive moisture. Moss and felt are often the result of the bare season, so spring maintenance measures such as fertilizing and scarifying are essential. But

Coffee grounds have become an established nitrogen addition in home gardens. The ground beans affect soil texture, making it difficult for clover to become more established. Coffee grounds: effect Coffee grounds are not a miracle cure for clover in lawns. Rather, it is a measure to strengthen the lawn and adjust the soil texture to

Quickly, especially fallow land is colonized by creeping quackgrass, a stubborn root weed in the local gardens. It is important to control the plants, for this there are several techniques and tips, which are explained in the article. Recognize When creeping couch grass (Elymus repens) spreads in the garden, it should be recognized as soon

Lawn seed mixes in the right composition lay the foundation for your lawn care success. Considerations before buying lawn seed It is worthwhile to conduct a brief site analysis and answer for yourself the question of whether the lawn will be located primarily in shade or sun, or perhaps more in partial shade. It would

When autumn arrives in the garden, there is once again a lot to do for the amateur gardener. Now is the time to give the lawn special care so that it can withstand the rigors of winter. This is urgently needed, because barbecues, children’s birthday parties and summer drought have left their mark. A comprehensive

Brown spots due to lack of care The most common reason for brown spots in the lawn is insufficient care. Dehydration may be behind the unsightly spots – direct sunlight and high heat can cause the lawn to burn. But waterlogging can also cause the spots. The remedy is regular scarification of the lawn, which

While some people are looking for the four-leaf clover, amateur gardeners are annoyed by the avoidable lucky charms. Especially when it comes to the lawn, most do not want him. Fortunately, removing it is easier than you might think. Cause of clover Basically, clover is a good thing, because it shows that the lawn is

The cold winter season and hot summer months put any lawn to the test. With the help of dethatching, garden owners can significantly improve the appearance and growth of their lawn. This maintenance measure contributes significantly to the regeneration of the grass plants. The correct sequence and timing are just as important as the technical

A beautiful, lush green lawn is not infrequently the eye-catcher in a garden. However, fertilization is absolutely necessary for this. Contrary to popular belief, fertilizing should be done in the summer months and not necessarily in the fall. In this way, the lush, summer green can be preserved. In addition, the individual plants are additionally

In most gardens, the lawn is the jewel in the crown. But many amateur gardeners care for it incorrectly and then it is soon over with the green splendor. Morning or evening – water the lawn correctly Midsummer is actually pure poison for the lawn, as it suffers enormously from dryness during this time. All

If larger, unsightly areas form in the lawn, then it may be witch rings, which are caused by a fungus. Not every garden owner is already familiar with these diseases. The rings destroy the appearance of the lawn and the fungal spores can multiply throughout the garden if they are not controlled. However, the infestation

Over time, the lawn soil becomes compacted, so that the grass roots no longer get enough air. Therefore, regular aeration, also known as aerification, makes sense. But when is the best time to do it? What is aerating? By the term “aerating the lawn” the gardener understands the perforation of the upper soil structure, for

Algae in the lawn close soil pores and thus prevent grass roots from absorbing sufficient water, air and nutrients. They must be selectively removed during the next dry period, otherwise infested lawns will die. Three types of algae as pests It is mostly blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria), green algae (Chlorophyta) or diatoms (Bacillariophyceae) that spread on

Is the holey, overused lawn a thorn in your side? Do not be annoyed by this detriment to your garden, but take the initiative. Replanting an old lawn is less costly than suspected. Moreover, it is by no means necessary to consume the entire budget for the hobby garden to restore a lawn. There are

If you want to level your garden, there are several methods that can be easily implemented and do not require heavy equipment. The tips presented here will help you with this project. How to make your lawn LEVEL and Flat – Beginners Guide to lawn levelling Determine the height difference Before you can level the

Flies are annoying and can transmit a variety of diseases when they visit. Even the cold season does not protect against the potential germ slingers. A few warm rays of sunshine are enough to wake the insects from their torpor. In the house, the winged pests are often on the move all year round. The

Carnivorous plants are a stroke of evolutionary genius for the home windowsill. Around the world, carnivores do not only colonize tropical regions. In Greenland, New Zealand and even in the highest mountains of Brazil, these fascinating survival artists can be found in places where other plants are at a loss. Even in European latitudes you

Those who love carnivorous plants, cherish them, give them everything they need. Plenty of water and a few insects. A suitable pot for their roots and a place to feel at home. However, subtropical and tropical carnivores only really feel at home in a humid and warm place. Don’t worry, tropical environments can be easily

Apparently, plants also like it when they are special. Some plants therefore decorate themselves with fragrant flowers, other plants dress themselves in attractive foliage. The pitcher plant is probably too bored with both, it prefers to hang itself with “pitchers” and use them to catch insects. If you want to add a few decorative specimens

Nature’s lavish bounty has produced some extraordinary plants. The carnivores are undoubtedly among them. Granted, on the outside they don’t always look impressive. But in one thing they are different from all other plants: they like meat! Do they tick in other things also so strangely? For example, when winter approaches, do they need a

Sarracenia plants belong to the carnivores (carnivorous plants). They are also known under the name trumpet plant. The eight species differ in shape and color. Some species of this perennial plant are hardy, others only partially or not at all. Tube plants score points for their brightly colored tubes that serve as traps. Some species

In order for your aloe vera plant to enjoy healthy growth, it is very important that you repot it from time to time in a new pot with fresh soil. But when exactly is the right time and how often does the plant actually need to be repotted? This is exactly what we want to

Hydroponics is something very special. Some time ago, you would never have thought that plants can do without soil. Today, hydroponics are known worldwide and are also very popular. Have you ever thought about planting a hydroponic plant yourself? Then this article will tell you everything you need to know about how to get rid

Your aloe vera plant is one of your great treasures at home? Its thick pointed leaves shine in a lush dark green? Then your plant is probably doing well. To keep it that way, you should give it the right care. This includes watering, of course. How often and when exactly you have to water

Coco soil finds more and more use in our country. Whether for houseplants, or even plants that you care for in the garden, the soil is very versatile especially for growing. Actually a waste product from the production of coconut oil and coconuts, the coconut shells find use in the plant world today. Our topic

Many farmers have a hard time coping with the climatic conditions. But not only farmers have a hard time, even on the balcony there are always problems with the plants. Usually it is too warm or too cold, it rains too rarely and pests have now also settled on the plants. Sergio Gamberini had a

Pilea peperomioides, the name alone enchants. But it was not until 1946 that this special plant, which belongs to the nettle family, made it to Europe through a Swedish missionary. Originally, the ufo plant, also known as Chinese money tree, lucky thaler or belly button plant, comes from the Cangshang Mountains in Yunnan Province in