Gardening Tips

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

The garden in February – with snow or without: Now trees and shrubs are cut, the vegetable patch is prepared and the first plants are pulled forward. We have a checklist for you so that you know what work is coming up this month. General gardening in February Plan the garden: if you have not

Put the worms in a box, add organic waste, close the lid and the worm bin is ready. But it’s not that easy with the worm farm. What you should consider when you build a worm bin yourself, why buying a worm bin makes more sense for some people, and even more interesting facts about

In March, spring is approaching, and with it the gardening in the new season. However, the right time to start gardening depends on the regional climate. Whether you are an amateur gardener or a professional, you can prepare the beds for new plantings when the weather is frost-free. But first, start by cleaning up the

Snowdrops (Galanthus) inaudibly herald the arrival of spring. They are the first flowers of the year: as soon as the frost moves out of the ground, snowdrops poke their delicate flower heads through the snow cover – sometimes as early as January, sometimes as late as April. Their numerous species and varieties have triggered a

When filling a raised bed, the most important thing is the arrangement of the various layers of wood scraps, leaves, compost and soil. To help you successfully harvest vegetables and fresh herbs from your own bed, we give you tips. If you want to build a raised bed, the first thing you have to do

Whether from the garden or bought: Tulips are the epitome of spring, bringing good cheer and color to your home. When you cut the tulips, however, it’s best to keep a few things in mind. With our tips on care, you can prolong the splendor of flowers. What should I consider when buying tulips? For

Checkered flowers are bulbous flowers and delight in the spring with unusually patterned flowers. In the right location, the plants run wild willingly and then require little care. We give tips on how to make them feel particularly at home in your garden. Checkerboard flowers (Fritillaria meleagris) grow a good 25 to 30 centimeters tall