Gardening Tips

A well-kept lawn needs to be cut regularly. But which is actually better: mowing the lawn or rather mulching? We compare both methods. The question of whether it’s better to mow or mulch your lawn causes heated debate among many amateur gardeners. Some are merciless advocates of mulching, others never have and never will try […]

In winter, potted plants are moved to a frost-proof place, sensitive ornamental plants are protected from cold temperatures with brushwood. What care does the lawn require? Is it okay to mow the lawn in winter? To the point Scarifying and mowing not necessary in frosty conditions Watering the lawn on frost-free days when it is

If in late autumn or winter bare patches appear in the lawn, the question arises whether they can immediately reseed when frost comes. This article explains how useful such a measure is. To the point bare patches sometimes remain in the lawn in autumn sowing in winter makes little sense grass does not germinate in

Removing ivy is one thing – preventing it from overgrowing everything again is quite another. Keeping at it is the magic word, but you can also make your life as easy as possible. Completely Remove Ivy – What To Consider! It is bee-friendly, evergreen and has an attractive shape. However, it spreads rapidly and can

The ivy is a well-known evergreen climbing plant that can form narrow hedges on wire mesh grids, for example. The ivy needs this wire mesh lattice, because as a climbing plant it cannot remain upright on its own. In the wild, therefore, it also grows along walls and trees, which can then provide the necessary

In late summer, balloon flowers add another splash of color to the flower bed. We show you how to grow and care for the ornamental plant correctly. You can buy balloon flowers from August at the latest in any garden center – regardless of whether they have purple, white or pink blossoms. There is only

The Echinacea presents its yellow inflorescences in late summer and once again brings some color into the garden. Here you will learn how to properly grow and care for this perennial plant. Echinacea gets its name from the shape of its yellow flowers, which resemble a wide-brimmed hat. As a composite plant, it somewhat resembles

Wood anemones are a good choice if you want to plant some spring flowers in your garden. Here you can find out what you need to bear in mind when growing and caring for this anemone species. Anemones are hard to miss on a spring walk in the woods: They cover the ground in dense

The liverwort forms beautiful blue flower carpets from February to April. Here you can learn how to grow and care for the plant properly. The liverwort belongs to the buttercup family. In nature, it feels particularly at home in deciduous forests with calcareous and loamy soils. The native perennial plant with the light blue flowers

To get rid of insects and bugs, you don’t always have to resort to chemical means. We show you plants that keep the pesky insects away in a natural way. Plant your own insect repellent They’re everywhere: pesky mosquitoes that ruin your garden party, aphids that infest your tomatoes, and slugs that attack your lettuce.

Pricking out tomatoes is not difficult if you keep a few things in mind. With a little flair, you can lay the foundation for strong plants and a good harvest. The basic principle: the young tomato plants need air and light to grow. When you prick them, you transplant them into their own pot. There

You want to enjoy hanging strawberries in the summer? You don’t even need a garden, a small balcony is enough. We tell you everything you need to know about growing and caring for the red fruits. The name of the hanging strawberries already tells it: you can grow the fruit hanging in a plant pot.

Digging up the garden: For many, this is on the to-do list for spring. Here we explain what you should bear in mind. For many amateur gardeners, this task is one of the first and last things they do each gardening season: Digging up the garden. But how useful is it anyway and when is

Who does not know them, the unsightly holes in the garden. But which animal has been up to its mischief here? We present the most common garden visitors. Gaps in the lawn do not always come from animals. Nevertheless, these often contribute to bare patches by burrowing or foraging. How you can recognize and drive

Especially in winter or at the beginning of the year, when the trees are still quite bare, you will discover round constructions high up in the treetops. These can be bird nests or squirrel nests. In this article, I’d like to go into more detail about squirrel nests and answer some common questions. The squirrel

There are several methods for removing squirrels in the attic, some of which are more effective than others. Some people advocate repellents such as noise, smell, and light. More commonly, however, people use various types of cages to trap and remove squirrels. Removing squirrels from attics can be a tricky problem, and sometimes it’s best

When the outside temperatures drop, frost spreads and snow makes the winter landscape, the way of life of squirrels also changes. While in spring and summer they agilely run and hop through nature, in autumn they prepare for the cold winter season. To make winter easier for them, learn how squirrels (Sciurus vulgaris) spend the

In the fall, many people hang tit dumplings in the garden. Providing food for the native birds is now even useful all year round. Robins, sparrows, sparrows and Co. love to eat tit dumplings. But not only the native birds have taken a liking to tit dumplings, squirrels also have it in for the energy-rich

Bird food is in great demand not only for birds. Mice come to the bird feeder and find your garden a paradise. With the right tips, you can secure the bird house from rats and mice. If you want to feed the birds around your house and garden in winter, you should be wary of

White pepper and cayenne pepper smells often discourage squirrels, for example. Sprinkling your plants with cayenne pepper flakes may keep unwanted pests out of your garden. Squirrels also dislike garlic and black pepper smells. Raccoons share this aversion to the smell pepper. All tips and tricks for driving away squirrels: In this post we would

Solar garden lamps are more and more appreciated by gardeners and decorators. They are indeed objects which are very decorative and which thanks to their solar panel do not require any more connection as in the past. The first models, sold 5 or 6 years ago, were not very aesthetic. Things have changed a lot.

Although flycatchers are carnivorous, they can go for long periods – and survive a month or two – without bugs. If you grow them outdoors, they will have enough to eat naturally. If you grow Venus indoors, you will have to feed them periodically. I’m just saving Venus flytraps from hobby planters, one carnivorous plant

Exotic, bizarre and somehow fascinating, Venus flytrap is one of the most popular carnivorous plants. However, their care differs significantly from that of other houseplants. What you should know. A Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) is fascinating and beautiful in its frightening way. The plant, originally from the USA, is probably the best known among the

As a plant flytrap, the Venus flytrap has been researched by scientists for decades. Of course, particular attention was paid to its highly complex trapping mechanism. The so-called hinged trap only snaps shut when the tactile bristles on the trap leaves are touched several times within a few seconds. This so-called stimulus storage prevents a

Gardening can be a great way to save money on your food bill. Not only do you get to eat fresh produce, but you can also sell what you don’t eat or use in your garden. There are a few ways that Gardening can save you money. One way Gardening can save you money is

There are a few risks associated with Gardening without gloves. First, you risk getting cuts on your hands from thorns or other sharp objects. Additionally, you could contract harmful bacteria and fungi if you touch contaminated plants or soil. Finally, if you are handling pesticides or other chemicals, exposure could endanger your health. Finally, when

There are many reasons why Gardening could be an expensive hobby. For example, some plants, such as roses, may require more care than others and require more frequent watering or fertilization. Additionally, some seeds or plants may require special care to grow well, such as buying a specific variety of birdseed specifically designed for attracting