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Apple tree: All the apples on the tree are rotting – what to do?

Apple tree: All the apples on the tree are rotting – what to do?

2025-10-04 22:10

If all the apples on the tree rot, this can have different causes. You can find out what these are and how to deal with them in this article

Store gourdweed correctly: This is how you preserve the herb

Store gourdweed correctly: This is how you preserve the herb

2025-10-04 22:10

Drying, freezing and more: Here you will find out how you can preserve groundweed and use it in a variety of ways in the kitchen

Laurel cherry: Everything you need to know about the hedge plant

Laurel cherry: Everything you need to know about the hedge plant

2025-10-04 22:10

Laurel cherry - cutting and propagating ✓ Portuguese laurel cherry poisonous? ✓ Brown leaves and diseases ✓ Planting and care tips (cherry laurel)

Planting and caring for heron's beak correctly: tips & tricks

Planting and caring for heron's beak correctly: tips & tricks

2025-10-04 22:10

Heron's Beak - In the profile ✓ Is Common Heron's Beak poisonous? ✓ Winter hardiness ✓ Notes on planting and care

Fly larvae in the garbage can: causes and remedies

Fly larvae in the garbage can: causes and remedies

2025-10-04 22:10

In this article we will show you how to get rid of fly larvae in the garbage can and reliably keep them out of the garbage can in the future

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Get to know gentian species: flower colors, locations and care

Get to know gentian species: flower colors, locations and care

The blue gentian is mainly grown in ornamental gardens. There are a number of other species of gentian, but they do not play a major role in the garden

Overwintering gentian: This is how you can optimally protect your plants

Overwintering gentian: This is how you can optimally protect your plants

Gentian is hardy and is overwintered outdoors. To be on the safe side, the perennial should only be protected from frost when kept in a bucket

Fern profile: Everything you need to know about the plant

Fern profile: Everything you need to know about the plant

The fern in the profile. What features should you know? Where does the fern prefer to grow? Expand your knowledge by reading this article

Propagating baby's breath: Instructions for he althy young plants

Propagating baby's breath: Instructions for he althy young plants

Would you like to multiply your baby's breath? Here you can find out what options are available and what you should definitely pay attention to

Planting ferns: location, soil & ideal planting partners

Planting ferns: location, soil & ideal planting partners

Do you want to plant a fern? Read here what requirements ferns have for the location and soil and which planting partners are suitable

Cutting gypsophila: How to extend the flowering period

Cutting gypsophila: How to extend the flowering period

Gypsophila is quite easy to care for. Here you will find out when and how you should cut it in order to enjoy your plants for a long time

Hydrangea ball: Everything about the ball hydrangea and its care

Hydrangea ball: Everything about the ball hydrangea and its care

Ball hydrangeas enchant green spaces with their snow-white flower balls. In this article we will explain how to properly care for this hydrangea

Divide ferns correctly: This is how they can be propagated in the garden

Divide ferns correctly: This is how they can be propagated in the garden

How is a fern divided? Find out about the most important facts about the best time, preparation and implementation of the division

Gentian: Poisonous or harmless? Assessment and tips

Gentian: Poisonous or harmless? Assessment and tips

Gentian is not poisonous. However, the roots contain some bitter substances. You can find out what you should pay attention to here

Repotting ferns: when, how often and how to do it correctly

Repotting ferns: when, how often and how to do it correctly

Repotting a fern - nothing is easier if you know how! Read everything about the best time, preparation, containers, substrate and procedure here

Fern location: How to find the perfect spot in the garden

Fern location: How to find the perfect spot in the garden

Finding a location for the fern is not that difficult. Read here and now what is important when choosing a location

Gentian in the garden: Everything about cultivation and proper care

Gentian in the garden: Everything about cultivation and proper care

Gentian is best cultivated in the rock garden in the garden. Here you will find tips on how to properly plant, care for and overwinter the blue gentian

Gentian: Which location is ideal for the alpine flower?

Gentian: Which location is ideal for the alpine flower?

The right location for gentian depends on the variety planted. This is how you find the right place for the alpine flower

Cutting gentian: when and how to do it correctly

Cutting gentian: when and how to do it correctly

In order to keep a gentian perennial in shape, it makes sense to cut it back after flowering. Here you will find tips on how to cut the gentian correctly

Gentian in the pot: Tips for care and successful cultivation

Gentian in the pot: Tips for care and successful cultivation

Even if gentian thrives better in the garden, it can also be grown in a pot on the terrace. What you need to consider when caring for the pot

Gentian: Harvest seeds and sow them successfully

Gentian: Harvest seeds and sow them successfully

The gentian flowers form countless small seeds that you can collect and sow yourself. This is how the seeds are collected and sown

Propagating gentian: Successful methods for new plants

Propagating gentian: Successful methods for new plants

Gentian can be propagated by sowing, dividing or cuttings. What you need to pay attention to when propagating your gentian plants

Water hyacinth in the aquarium: optimal conditions & care

Water hyacinth in the aquarium: optimal conditions & care

Water hyacinths can be grown well in the aquarium and can also be made to bloom there. What you need to know about caring for water hyacinths

Overwintering gentians successfully: instructions & tips

Overwintering gentians successfully: instructions & tips

Gentian is a hardy ornamental perennial for the garden. Although it is robust, some protection from frost should be provided in harsh locations

Gentian in the garden: How do I properly care for this alpine flower?

Gentian in the garden: How do I properly care for this alpine flower?

Gentian, the alpine flower, is a perennial that usually only grows a few centimeters high in the garden. Things worth knowing about caring for gentian