Gardening Tips

Growing vegetables in advance is always necessary when the plants do not meet the climatic conditions. Thus, growing kohlrabi is not mandatory, but it can make sense. Juicy meat, protection from animals or intensive crop rotation are reasons for preplanting preplanting can start between February and March cold temperatures harm the young plants of kohlrabi […]

Kohlrabi, known in botanical terminology as Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes, is delicious, healthy and versatile. Find out here how to preplant kohlrabi and what to look for when sowing and pricking out. Pricking out kohlrabi is recommended Sowing kohlrabi is very easy with the right knowledge staggered sowing allows fresh harvests over a long period

The zucchini (Cucurbita pepo subsp. pepo convar. giromontiina) has relatively large leaves and is a bulky growing squash. The expert explains how important the zucchini leaves are and how and when it is better to cut them off. Zucchini leaves have important functions cut off only when absolutely necessary especially in case of diseases and

Ripe tomatoes with lots of flavor and aroma are the dream of every amateur gardener. To ensure that the tomato harvest is also lush, it is necessary to pay attention to the correct spacing when planting. Tomatoes need a lot of space correct distance depends on the growth of the plants in case of doubt,

If the rhubarb in the garden bed cares and does not grow, then this may have several causes. The following article takes a closer look at them and explains what to do in such a case. various reasons for stunted rhubarb growth Do not plant rhubarb on the same garden bed for more than seven

A tasty bell pepper from the supermarket can be the basis for homegrown plants. Not every store-bought bell pepper has germinable seeds, and seasonal fruits in particular have a high germination rate. Peppers must be fully ripe for seed collection let bell bell pepper seeds dry for several days to be able to harvest early,

Small Mexican mini cucumbers (Melothria scabra) not only taste, but also look very attractive. Growing them is very simple, both under glass and outdoors. the Mexican mini cucumber belongs to the cucurbit family they are heat-loving and not frost-hardy cultivation is simple pre-breeding or direct sowing is possible plant needs climbing aid You will need

The fruits of the Mexican mini cucumber would pass for watermelons in the dollhouse. In the garden, they are a popular snacking vegetable. We show what’s important in caring for this high-yield crop. Length of the fruit only two to three centimeters taste similar to cucumber attractive climbing plant sunny location required suitable for tub

Jerusalem artichoke, whose Latin name is Helianthus tuberosus, is a root vegetable found in many gardens, which actually belongs to the genus of sunflowers. When growing it, the location must be right first and foremost. If the plant feels at home there, it needs little care and will happily sprawl in the ground. We show

Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) is a pretty flowering perennial. Its tubers are harvested from autumn and are considered very healthy and tasty. With our tips, you can harvest and store Jerusalem artichokes with ease. Harvest from autumn and throughout the winter as with potatoes: pull tubers out of the ground or dig them up low

To make ideal use of the vegetable patch and achieve the best possible crop yields, crop rotation is important. With potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) in particular, there are a number of things to consider and the right plants to plant. Potatoes fall under heavy growers Differences between early and late potatoes never plant potatoes again in

Chard (Beta vulgaris) can be sown from April. As early as March, young plants can be pre-picked for an earlier harvest of chard. How to do this and whether you need to prick chard, read our guide. Preplanting possible from March onwards Plant the seeds in individual pots, if possible provide a warm and humid

Cucumbers are relatively easy to grow. Many people know that cucumbers can be grown in a greenhouse or indoors. But can you also grow pickling cucumbers? in principle, any type of cucumber can be used as a pickling cucumber Pre-growing is possible about 3 weeks before sowing outdoors plant 2 to 3 seeds about 1

As summer draws to a close, vegetable beds and greenhouses empty out. Now is the time to look for alternatives. For example, you can grow lamb’s lettuce from seed. Here you will find all the important information on sowing, germination period and germination temperature. optimal sowing date between mid-July and mid-September depending on the variety,

Growing bush beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) is simple. As a rule, sowing is done directly into the bed. But they can also be grown indoors and planted out later. We will show you how to grow bush beans successfully. heat-loving plants Germination from about 15 degrees Celsius soil temperature Sowing in the bed from mid-May preplanting

Walking through nature, with a little luck, you can sometimes discover white mushrooms the size of a soccer without a stem. These tasty edible mushrooms are boviste. But be careful: not all boviste are edible. Edible giant puffball The giant puffball mushroom (Calvatia gigantea), which grows mainly in meadows and cattle pastures, not only looks

Broccoli, often spelled broccoli, loves heat and sun. Another ingredient for successful harvest is the right planting distance. This is because the flowering vegetable needs a lot of space. Read here how much distance broccoli needs when planting. Spacing at planting important for healthy growth for young plants and direct sowing 50 centimeters planting distance

Tomatoes and cucumbers are among the most popular vegetables and can be cultivated not only in the garden, but also on the terrace and balcony. But do the two species get along at all? Or should tomatoes and cucumbers rather not be planted together? Tomatoes and cucumbers unsuitable bed neighbors different needs in terms of

A single zucchini plant can produce almost five kilograms of fruit. That is about 50 pieces. To do this, the summer squash must be able to spread. What should be the distance between the zucchini when planting? Growing zucchini perfectly suitable for novice gardeners low demands high yield planting distance at least 60 centimeters Tub

When growing peppers, there is always a mistake. The bell pepper plants are not placed with the correct spacing. However, if the planting distance is too small, there will be less yield in the worst case disease or pest infestation. To the point The bell pepper plants must not interfere with each other at the

How much space a cucumber needs when planting depends on the variety and the type of culture. With a few tricks, the distance between plants can be reduced and the cultivation area can be used optimally. To the point Pickled cucumbers require the least planting distance outdoor cucumbers need a lot of distance space can

Radishes (Raphanus sativus var. sativus) score points for their undemanding nature and rapid harvest maturity. Therefore, they are particularly in demand for home cultivation. Unfortunately, radishes sometimes bloom unexpectedly early. Are they still edible then? To the point Tubers edible during flowering, but increasingly bitter and woody Tuber maturity, great sowing depth and warm, dry

Truffles are considered a valuable specialty. However, they are difficult to obtain. So it seems more interesting to look for them yourself. But where are the mushrooms and how do you find them? Some tips can be found here. To the point underground mushrooms rare to find most likely in deciduous forests use of truffle

Mints (Mentha) belong to the mint family (Lamiaceae). Sometimes they are infested by cicadas that suck on the leaves. Find out if mint leaves are still edible in the following article. To the point White to yellow, dot-like spots and speckles as a sign of cicadas. Mint still edible in case of cicada infestation Fighting

Those who still have potted plants such as oleanders, palms and citrus species in the garden now, bring them as soon as possible into the winter quarters, so that no frost damage occurs. Only some plants are hardy enough and will survive outdoors. How to properly overwinter potted plants. Throughout the summer, potted plants decorate

The pests mainly target houseplants and can be recognized by their typical damage pattern – and can be successfully combated in time with these tips. Fighting thrips – the most important things in a nutshell. Thrips are tiny, elongated insects that suck plant cells. The infestation can be recognized by whitish speckled leaves. The spots

Hardy perennials are plants that can withstand cold temperatures and often return year after year, making them great choices for gardens in colder climates. These plants are adapted to survive freezing temperatures and even snow. Here are some hardy perennial species that defy the cold: These hardy perennials are excellent choices for gardeners in colder

Woolly aphids spread in the garden in summer and on houseplants in winter. Although the pests can be clearly identified, they are often first noticed by an extremely annoying feature. Mealybugs: the most important facts in a nutshell Mealybugs are plant pests that suck their sugary sap, causing growth stunting.Mealybugs sit like small cotton balls