Gardening Tips

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

Orchid blooms are known for their beauty, but they can be relatively short-lived. To extend the blooming period of your orchid, follow these tips: Remember that the specific care requirements can vary depending on the type of orchid you have. Some orchids may naturally have shorter bloom periods than others, so it’s essential to understand

Flamingo flower is quite an unusual houseplant. Their actual flower is with them a long spadix, which is located in the middle of the beautiful and colorful bracts. As a houseplant, the flamingo flower is very trendy and ideal for plant lovers who like it tropical. Want to learn more about this wonder of nature?

It blooms in a variety of colors and enchants your apartment or even your balcony in a colorful atmosphere. The bougainvillea is not necessarily one of the low-maintenance houseplants, but it catches everyone’s eye with its powerful and unique flowers. No observer can walk past it without admiring it. To ensure that it also produces

To grow, a plant needs soil, light, water and air. But is that really always the case? Do all your plants need soil to draw nutrients from their roots? There are also houseplants that do very well without soil. Most of the time, all it takes is a glass vase, a bottle and water. You

You can buy it not only in the summer time, in fact, this plant is also available at the turn of the year. It is a favorite gift in a small pot, decorated with a small chimney sweep. Lucky clover or Oxalis triangularis is becoming more and more popular among plant lovers. Its pretty purple

The fresh evergreen juicy needles can form an ideal screen in your garden. But also in the pot Thuja Smaragd can grow super. The hardy and undemanding plant is suitable for everyone, whether with or without green thumb: You can do little wrong with the Thuja Smaragd care. As always, you can find more information

The temperature of plants is like that of us humans: Some like it warm, others prefer mild. Some do quite well with extreme temperatures, but sudden cold will cause damage to all plants. What many don’t expect, frost damage can also occur to houseplants indoors. Frost damage to houseplants can be a common issue, especially

You have long been looking for a houseplant that is indestructible and also turns your apartment into an urban jungle? Then we have the perfect plant for you. The ivy is a very undemanding houseplant, if you forget it once, it will forgive you without any problems. So ivy care is not difficult at all,

Who does not know them! Venus flytrap is the most famous carnivorous plant in our country. It can be found in more and more homes and is cherished and cared for by plant lovers. In order for this extraordinary (indoor) plant to enjoy optimal growth, you should pay attention to a few things when caring

Houseplant jasmine is something very special. It not only has beautiful small flowers, these flowers also have an incredibly beguiling fragrance. You can put this charming plant in your apartment or even in the summer on the balcony, so that your neighbors also have something of the fragrance. You are interested in this plant and

Air plants are true artists. Their small wiry roots do not serve to absorb nutrients and water. Thus, the small plants merely hold on tightly. How the Tillandsia absorbs water and how you can keep these fascinating plants in your home in a simple but original way, we explain here! The genus Tillandsia The genus

In Japan, the bonsai was considered a symbol of prestige and honor and was worth a lot of money. Through travelers, the miniature trees reached Europe in the 19th century. Today, the bonsai can be found in many households. All over the world people now enjoy the small trees and make even the city a

The leaves of the Calathea plant are distinctive. Partly green, partly reddish-purple colored with light shades. With its grained leaves, this low-maintenance houseplant is a real eye-catcher in your home. In this article, we’d like to show you how to apply proper Calathea care in your home so that you and your plant become a

You are still looking for a suitable gift for the next birthday party, with which you surpass all gifts? You are looking for a project for you and your children, if the weather outside is too bad? Or do you just want to have a small ecosystem in your home that makes any decoration superfluous?

You always wanted to sow tomatoes? Then you’ve come to the right place. The small seeds have their pitfalls and it is not always easy with them. But with a lot of love, attention and the right care you should be rewarded with unique tasting tomatoes in the end. We want to convince you that

For you as a plant lover, scale insects can become a real nightmare. Again and again, they go over to neighboring plants and thus damage several plants at home. So that it does not even come so far, we want to show you various home remedies with which you can best fight the scale insects.