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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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Are agaves cacti? Insights into the botanical classification

Are agaves cacti? Insights into the botanical classification

An agave is not a cactus, but like cacti, agaves are succulents and have similar location requirements

Agave: Avoid diseases, pests and care errors

Agave: Avoid diseases, pests and care errors

Real diseases do not actually pose a threat to common agave species in Europe, only certain pests are problematic

Planting scented violets: location, soil and instructions

Planting scented violets: location, soil and instructions

When planting fragrant violets, you should choose a spot in partial shade so that the plants spread out on their own

Cutting evergreens: When, how and why does it make sense?

Cutting evergreens: When, how and why does it make sense?

The small periwinkle does not necessarily need to be cut, but pruning can promote branching density

Small evergreen: This is how it thrives optimally on your balcony

Small evergreen: This is how it thrives optimally on your balcony

The small evergreen Vinca minor can generally also be planted on a balcony, but it needs a rather shady place

Kalanchoe on the balcony: This is how it thrives

Kalanchoe on the balcony: This is how it thrives

Are you considering whether you can also cultivate a Kalanchoe outdoors? In this article we have valuable tips for you

Kalanchoe flowering time: When does the Flaming Käthchen bloom?

Kalanchoe flowering time: When does the Flaming Käthchen bloom?

Kalanchoes bloom when many houseplants are still hibernating. You can find out which months the flowering period falls in here

March Violet: Profile, Properties & Use

March Violet: Profile, Properties & Use

The March violet is a perennial and decoratively flowering plant that thrives in semi-shady locations in the garden

Kalanchoe in winter: How to protect the plant from the cold

Kalanchoe in winter: How to protect the plant from the cold

Do you have a Kalanchoe outdoors and are thinking about how to overwinter the plant? We have the answer

Kalanchoe & Bonsai: A suitable combination?

Kalanchoe & Bonsai: A suitable combination?

Do you love bonsais and are you wondering whether Kalanchoes can also be cultivated in this artistic way? We have the answer to your question

Kalanchoe Beharensis Propagation: Simple Methods & Tips

Kalanchoe Beharensis Propagation: Simple Methods & Tips

Do you want to propagate your elephant ear (Kalanchoe Beharensis) and don't know how? With our tips you are guaranteed to succeed

Blooming Kalanchoe Calandiva: care tips for beginners

Blooming Kalanchoe Calandiva: care tips for beginners

Kalanchoe Calandiva is one of the most attractive representatives of its kind. You can find out how to properly care for the plant here

Be careful, poisonous: the farmer's orchid in the garden

Be careful, poisonous: the farmer's orchid in the garden

All parts of the farmer's orchid are poisonous. Farmer orchids therefore do not belong in households with small children and pets

Kalanchoe Beharensis: Is it really poisonous?

Kalanchoe Beharensis: Is it really poisonous?

Do you have a Kalanchoe Beharensis (elephant ear) and are wondering whether this plant is poisonous to humans or animals? We have the answer

Farm orchid hardy? All about their cold tolerance

Farm orchid hardy? All about their cold tolerance

Farm orchids are quite robust and can even tolerate temperatures slightly below zero. However, the farmer's orchid from Chile is not winter hardy

Farmer's orchid: extending the flowering period made easy

Farmer's orchid: extending the flowering period made easy

The flowering period of the farmer's orchid begins in spring and lasts until late summer. It can be lengthened by cutting it back

Perennial farmer's orchid: Is that really possible?

Perennial farmer's orchid: Is that really possible?

The farmer's orchid is an annual ornamental plant for balconies and garden beds. It is not grown perennial, but is sown anew every year

Overwintering elephant ear: This is how your plant stays he althy

Overwintering elephant ear: This is how your plant stays he althy

Do you own a South African elephant ear (Haemanthus albiflos)? Then read here how to properly overwinter this exotic plant

Cut back the farmer's orchid: This is how you promote flowering

Cut back the farmer's orchid: This is how you promote flowering

Farm orchids bloom particularly long and beautifully if you cut them back after the first bloom. You should also remove diseased shoots

Yucca palm: what temperature is ideal for its growth?

Yucca palm: what temperature is ideal for its growth?

The right temperature for the yucca palm depends on the species. Some yuccas are hardy, others are not. However, they all like warmth in summer