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Caterpillars as pests: How do I recognize and combat them?

Caterpillars as pests: How do I recognize and combat them?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Some caterpillars are considered pests in the garden. We provide information about typical damage patterns, control measures and how to distinguish between the types

Flour pests: How to recognize and combat them

Flour pests: How to recognize and combat them

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Flour is susceptible to pests. Here you can read how flour mites, moths and worms live and what you can do against an infestation

Cherries: Recognize and successfully combat pests

Cherries: Recognize and successfully combat pests

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Three pests are typical for cherries. We provide information about cherry aphids, small frost moth and cherry fruit fly

Recognizing and combating dahlia pests: This is how it works

Recognizing and combating dahlia pests: This is how it works

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Dahlias are occasionally attacked by pests. We report on aphids, leaf bugs, earwigs and spider mites and show what helps against them

Homemade hearty Spreewald cucumbers: A great recipe

Homemade hearty Spreewald cucumbers: A great recipe

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Spreewald cucumbers are a spicy speci alty that you can also make at home. In this article you will find the recipe and detailed instructions

Pickling snake cucumbers: Delicious recipes to make yourself

Pickling snake cucumbers: Delicious recipes to make yourself

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

You can ferment snake cucumbers with lactic acid or pickle them with various spices. You can find the detailed description and recipe in this article

Pickled snack cucumbers yourself: Simple recipes & tips

Pickled snack cucumbers yourself: Simple recipes & tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Homemade snack cucumbers are a special treat. You can find out in detail how to pickle them in vinegar or ferment them in brine in this article

Cooking cucumbers: This way they stay fresh for a long time

Cooking cucumbers: This way they stay fresh for a long time

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

You can preserve cucumbers for a long time by boiling them down. You can find out how to do this in this article, where you will also find a tasty recipe

Delicious elderberry recipes: flowers and berries to enjoy

Delicious elderberry recipes: flowers and berries to enjoy

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Both the umbels and the fruits of the elderberry can be used in the kitchen. In this article you will find delicious and easy-to-follow recipes

Preserving cucumbers: pickle and enjoy

Preserving cucumbers: pickle and enjoy

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Cucumbers are also ideal for pickling. How to proceed and what utensils you need can be found next to a Re

Braised cucumber cultivation: Everything about varieties, location and season

Braised cucumber cultivation: Everything about varieties, location and season

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Braised cucumbers rarely appear on the plate. Here you can find out everything about the country cucumber, its gardening season and how to grow and harvest the plant

Everything about the cherry season: from blossom to harvest

Everything about the cherry season: from blossom to harvest

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Cherries are in season in summer. Here you will find valuable background information about the garden season, cherry weeks and harvest

Elderflower season: When and how do you harvest them correctly?

Elderflower season: When and how do you harvest them correctly?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Elderflowers usher in summer. Here you can read everything about the harvest season and how you can grow your own flowers in your garden - with collecting tips

Blackberry season: When is the best time to harvest?

Blackberry season: When is the best time to harvest?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Blackberries are power fruits. You can find out from us when fruit is in season and how you can promote fruit ripening when growing in the garden

Autumn time is pear time: Everything about the season and storage

Autumn time is pear time: Everything about the season and storage

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The pear is a typical late summer fruit. Read here when which varieties are in season - with information on when they are ready to harvest and enjoy

Turning compost: Why, when and how to do it correctly

Turning compost: Why, when and how to do it correctly

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In order for plant materials to rot into valuable fertilizer, the compost must be turned over regularly. We explain in detail how this works in this article

Pinching dahlias effectively: step-by-step instructions

Pinching dahlias effectively: step-by-step instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Dahlias should be tweezed. We explain how it works and what benefits it brings - with tips on the Chelsea Chop

Bananas in your own garden: When is the fruit in season?

Bananas in your own garden: When is the fruit in season?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Bananas are always in season in the supermarket. Here you can find out how to promote flower and fruit production in home-grown perennials

Lawn fungal infestation: causes, symptoms and solutions

Lawn fungal infestation: causes, symptoms and solutions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Lawns are attacked by fungi under unfavorable conditions. We provide information about snow mold, red tip, lawn rust and dollar spot

Perennials Planting time: When is the best time to plant?

Perennials Planting time: When is the best time to plant?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Perennials have specific planting times. We explain whether planting in autumn, spring or summer makes sense - with instructions for planting out

Planting fruit trees: When is the best time?

Planting fruit trees: When is the best time?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Fruit trees have preferred planting times. Here you can read which trees can be planted in autumn and spring or all year round

Drying pampas grass: This is how you get decorative fronds

Drying pampas grass: This is how you get decorative fronds

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Pampas grass fronds: harvesting, cutting and drying with a hairdryer + hairspray ➳ How to preserve pampas grass (+ care for pampas grass in a vase)

Preserve moss: This way it stays fresh and green for a long time

Preserve moss: This way it stays fresh and green for a long time

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Moss can be preserved using simple means. Where you can collect the material, how you can preserve it and process it, you will find out all this in this article

Attach glue rings: This is how you protect fruit trees effectively

Attach glue rings: This is how you protect fruit trees effectively

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article you will learn how to properly create glue rings to combat the small frost moth & why this ecological remedy works

Cooking cherry compote: delicious instructions & recipes

Cooking cherry compote: delicious instructions & recipes

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article we explain in detail what utensils you need to make your own cherry compote and cook it in the mason jar or oven

Yucca Palm Care: Root Types and Propagation

Yucca Palm Care: Root Types and Propagation

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The yucca palm is not actually a palm tree. We explain the root growth of stem and bush-forming species and how you can propagate the latter

Wild garlic: roots, growth and use in the garden

Wild garlic: roots, growth and use in the garden

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Wild garlic is a local herb. Here you can read everything about the growth, use and use of the root in the garden and kitchen

Small trees, big harvest: How do I prune dwarf fruit trees?

Small trees, big harvest: How do I prune dwarf fruit trees?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Dwarf fruit trees occasionally get out of shape. Here you can find out everything about the special features, when to cut and the correct technique

Step by step: instructions for pruning wild cherries

Step by step: instructions for pruning wild cherries

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Wild cherries have specific pruning requirements. Here you can read about timing, growth and basic rules for cutting - with tips for designing a bonsai

Cutting espalier trees: Important tips for generous yields

Cutting espalier trees: Important tips for generous yields

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Cutting an espalier tree is time-consuming. Read here about planting pruning, subsequent training and how to maintain the shape

Cutting lantern flowers successfully: tips & tricks

Cutting lantern flowers successfully: tips & tricks

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Chinese lantern flowers require regular pruning. Read everything here about timing and how to cut the perennial correctly - with tips for harvesting

Cutting bush trees: instructions for he althy growth

Cutting bush trees: instructions for he althy growth

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Bush trees require special pruning techniques. We will explain everything about timing, training, maintenance and rejuvenation cuts

Cutting pear trellis step-by-step: When and how?

Cutting pear trellis step-by-step: When and how?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Cutting a pear trellis is not easy. Here you can read about the four important cuts and what is important when it comes to location and scaffolding

Cutting scions: When is the right time?

Cutting scions: When is the right time?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Cutting scions follows certain rules. Here you can read everything about timing, the correct cutting technique and optimal storage conditions

Make your own perfect cactus soil: instructions & tips

Make your own perfect cactus soil: instructions & tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Cacti have special demands on the soil. We explain what the substrate must be like and how you can produce mineral and humus substrate

Let pears ripen: This is how it's quick and easy

Let pears ripen: This is how it's quick and easy

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Most pears are ripening. Here you will find out three methods as well as useful information about ripening and storage

Attach weed fleece: This way it stays securely on the ground

Attach weed fleece: This way it stays securely on the ground

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Weed fleece must be attached in certain cases. We give tips on material thickness and show you how to anchor the panels sensibly

Spreading lawn seeds correctly: Effective methods & tips

Spreading lawn seeds correctly: Effective methods & tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Good planning is also important when sowing lawns. We give you background information on timing, preparation and procedure

Apply lawn lime: When and how for a he althy lawn?

Apply lawn lime: When and how for a he althy lawn?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Liming your lawn offers many advantages. Read here when the measure is necessary and how to prepare and lime the floor

Apply lawn fertilizer: Tips for he althy & lush green

Apply lawn fertilizer: Tips for he althy & lush green

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Grasses need nutrients. Read here when and how often you should fertilize, which fertilizer is suitable and how to prepare and follow-up the area