Trees

A tree is rarely alone. Tendrils climb up the trunk and branches, yellow lichens cover the bark, or mistletoe nests form packs in the crown. The additional growth gives some people the impression that the tree is being strangled by parasites. But not every infestation is harmful. If it does not interfere with the appearance,

In the garden, ants are mainly seen as beneficial insects. They loosen the soil and some species feed on smaller pests. In the house or on the terrace, however, ants have a bad reputation. They are a nuisance when you are sitting comfortably with coffee and cake. What about when the ants are on the

Since the rubber tree is not hardy, it should not be outdoors all year round. As a rule, it is also kept more as a houseplant. The question is how it will survive the winter. Even temperatures below 10 °C can cause significant damage to the plant. The rubber tree can stand in the living

Money tree(Krassula, fat woman) braided folk omens and superstitions. This is a unique flower that controls the energy of money and brings prosperity and comfort. For 1500 years it has been grown and bred, and questions about it possible benefits do not diminish. To understand whether it is possible to keep it in the house,

The best location The Chinese money tree feels most comfortable in a bright place, preferably without direct sunlight. It can cope well with morning and evening sun, but the blazing midday sun should be avoided at all costs. Furthermore, the Chinese money tree is not a friend of drafts, this should also be avoided. Lucky

Pruning is rarely necessary, but when it is, it should be done professionally. Although there are mountains of technical literature on pruning trees, we’ve collected simple tips to help you easily get your home trees back in shape and keep them healthy. Why Should You Prune Trees? Pruning trees ensures that enough oxygen and light

When it comes to pruning, of course, is not enough to simply grab the scissors and start cutting. But not only how, but also when is relevant – pruning at the wrong time leads to an unwanted reaction or even high risk of disease. In the past, trees were usually pruned in late fall or

Ivy has the property to climb up trees and overgrow them. This looks nice, but is it also good for the trees or must the ivy be removed? Originally, ivy grew in forests and looked for a way from the forest floor up to the light. This, of course, led over the tree trunks. But

It takes many years for a tree stump to decompose. However, there are a few ways to spend tree stump and tree root to decompose a little faster. With these means you will ensure that the tree stump will decompose faster. Make tree stump decompose faster. A good amateur gardener will spend the time it

A lemon tree grows relatively slowly, but you should still prune it to get a nice growth. In this article you will learn what to look for when pruning. The lemon tree actually grows in warmer areas, for example in the Mediterranean, India and Asia. Nevertheless, the plant can also thrive in your garden. Because

You should prune your apple tree regularly so that it bears a lot of fruit. Learn here how to get a bountiful harvest with the right pruning in spring and fall. Pruning apple trees: Important for tree healthSure, wild apple trees bear fruit, too. But if you prune your apple tree twice a year –

The word mushroom immediately evokes the undergrowth and the promise of a discovery walk, or even a greedy picking. However, their role in nature is less known. However, there is an alliance between fungi and the root system of plants. How do trees benefit from this? Mycorrhizal fungi colonize the root system of plants and

Trees, shrubs and bushes require a lot of care. Especially in the first year after planting, proper care is essential. The first pruning is also the most important pruning to optimize not only the relationship between crown and roots, no it also determines the growth. Especially important: In the first three years and especially in

Trees are beautiful, provide shade – and are useful. For one thing, they produce oxygen and release it into the air. A fully grown tree produces about as much oxygen as ten people need to breathe. Secondly, trees clean the air because they filter the environmentally harmful carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air, bind it

Our forests are incredibly important for climate protection and our biodiversity. Planting trees is therefore a high priority. We want to do our own part and support companies that plant a tree as compensation for every product purchased. But how much can planting trees really achieve? Can I even plant trees in my own home?

Planting tree correctly: the right tree for the garden. First of all, the garden owner should think about what kind of tree he wants to have in the first place. This should be considered not only the prevailing climate, but also in particular the size of the garden, because in principle trees up to a

Trees need care, especially in the first years after planting. The first pruning is important to optimize the relationship between roots and crown. In dry periods, it is not yet possible for the tree to find sufficient amounts of water, which is why it also needs to be watered during the first three years. And

While ants can usually become an unwanted nuisance in the home, they are beneficial insects in gardens. They represent an important part of the ecosystem. As a rule, they cause damage to young plants/trees at most. However, it usually leads them to fruit trees for a less acceptable reason, which requires swift action to protect

A lavender as a high trunk is a particularly unusual eye-catcher. Such a tree looks especially good in the most spacious possible container on the balcony or terrace. When it comes to care, the same rules apply to the lavender tree as to any other lavender plant. A lavender with trunk? The sight of a

The miracle tree, also known as the castor bean plant or castor, manages to win friends in the gardening world with its beautiful leaves, unusual flowers and fruiting. About its seeds you should know! This is what the seeds look like!The seeds that mature after flowering, which lasts from August to October, have the following

The fig tree is easy to grow and adapts to any type of garden. Here are all our tips for planting it well. Planting To plant a fig tree, first dig a hole with a volume of about 5 times the volume of the root ball. In the case of small volume containers (from 2

Here are the steps to successfully grow a fig tree in a pot on your balcony or terrace. The fig tree is a tree with many qualities, both resistant and undemanding in terms of soil quality. The pot size to use when repotting a fig tree Do not repot your plant in a pot much