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Insect eggs in potting soil? Countermeasures and prevention

Insect eggs in potting soil? Countermeasures and prevention

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Eggs in potting soil are common and should be removed quickly. Read more about the possible pests and how to combat them here

Repotting cacti: Is this possible with normal potting soil?

Repotting cacti: Is this possible with normal potting soil?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Cacti can be repotted in regular potting soil that has been enriched with various additives. Find out how to do this here

Coffee grounds for potting soil: Saves money and promotes growth

Coffee grounds for potting soil: Saves money and promotes growth

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

If small amounts of coffee grounds are added to the potting soil, you get well-fertilized soil. Read more about the benefits of coffee grounds here

Reuse old potting soil: This is how it works

Reuse old potting soil: This is how it works

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Used potting soil can be reused if recycled. Learn more about improving your used soil here

Stinky potting soil: harmful to plants or not?

Stinky potting soil: harmful to plants or not?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil can stink for a variety of reasons. Find out more about the causes and whether you can still use the soil here

Peat-free potting soil: advantages and alternatives

Peat-free potting soil: advantages and alternatives

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Using potting soil with or without peat is often discussed. Read here why peat should be avoided and about the quality of substitutes

Potting soil: What composition is optimal for plants?

Potting soil: What composition is optimal for plants?

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The composition of potting soil can be roughly described as follows: peat, compost and additives. Read here which components are important for potting soil

Growing vegetables: potting soil vs. potting soil - the difference

Growing vegetables: potting soil vs. potting soil - the difference

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Whether potting soil or potting soil is used for growing vegetables depends on the nutrient requirements of the plants. Read more about the earths and their composition here

Mixing potting soil with sand: why and how it works

Mixing potting soil with sand: why and how it works

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

If you make potting soil yourself, you should mix it with sand, as this improves water permeability and prevents waterlogging. Read here how best to proceed

Optimal potting soil: How do I mix it myself?

Optimal potting soil: How do I mix it myself?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil can be mixed yourself using simple means and little effort. Read here what you need and how best to proceed

Potting soil for houseplants: what is important?

Potting soil for houseplants: what is important?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil for houseplants must have special properties for the plants to thrive. Read about the composition of potting soil

Sterilize potting soil in the microwave: This is how it works

Sterilize potting soil in the microwave: This is how it works

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil can be sterilized in the microwave. This kills unwanted soil organisms. Read here how best to proceed

Potting soil shelf life: How long does it stay nutrient-rich?

Potting soil shelf life: How long does it stay nutrient-rich?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil has a relatively long shelf life and can be reused after processing as long as it is not rooted. Read more about treating potting soil here

Herbs in potting soil: What are the alternatives?

Herbs in potting soil: What are the alternatives?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil can only be used to a limited extent for growing herbs. Find out here how you can easily optimize the earth

Potting soil for lawns: Is it good or not?

Potting soil for lawns: Is it good or not?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil is not suitable for lawn seeds due to its structure. Read here which soil the lawn needs and why potting soil is a disadvantage

Disinfect potting soil: This is how germ-free cultivation works

Disinfect potting soil: This is how germ-free cultivation works

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

To ensure that there are no pests or mold spores in the potting soil, the soil must be disinfected. Find out more here

Filling raised beds: Is potting soil suitable or not?

Filling raised beds: Is potting soil suitable or not?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil can be prepared and used for raised beds. Depending on the needs of the plants, more or less fertilizer is required. Read here how to prepare the soil for the raised bed

Strawberries in potting soil: tips for bountiful harvests

Strawberries in potting soil: tips for bountiful harvests

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil is only partially suitable for growing strawberries. The harvest becomes tastier in self-mixed soil. Read here what you should consider when growing strawberries

Potting soil for balcony plants: The best tips & tricks

Potting soil for balcony plants: The best tips & tricks

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil for balcony plants is a good choice if you want to enjoy the plants. Read more about the different earths

Calculate potting soil: How to find the right amount

Calculate potting soil: How to find the right amount

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Calculating the amount of potting soil required makes sense for large planters. Read more about possible shapes and their volume calculation here

Disposing of potting soil: Proper disposal and alternatives

Disposing of potting soil: Proper disposal and alternatives

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Old potting soil can be disposed of or recycled in various ways. Read here what options are available and how best to proceed

Steaming potting soil: Why & how it works properly

Steaming potting soil: Why & how it works properly

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Potting soil can be steamed in various ways and thereby freed from germs and pests. Read here how best to do this

Loosen potting soil: Why it's important and how to do it

Loosen potting soil: Why it's important and how to do it

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In order to get good yields of vegetables and beautiful flowers, potting soil must be loosened. Read here which tools you can use

Woodlice in flower pots: This is how you get rid of them – without chemicals

Woodlice in flower pots: This is how you get rid of them – without chemicals

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Woodlice in flower pots are annoying, but not dangerous. Read here how you can get rid of woodlice using simple means without having to resort to chemicals

Maggots in cherries: How to effectively protect the harvest?

Maggots in cherries: How to effectively protect the harvest?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Maggots in cherries indicate an infestation by cherry fruit flies or cherry vinegar flies. Here you will find information and tips for countermeasures

Maggots in walnuts: causes, damage & effective solutions

Maggots in walnuts: causes, damage & effective solutions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Blackish, maggot-covered fruit casings around walnuts indicate a walnut fruit fly infestation. Here you can find information and combat tips

Maggots in the lawn: Harmful and what can you do?

Maggots in the lawn: Harmful and what can you do?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

What are those big, white grubs in the lawn? Most likely grubs. Here you can find information about harmfulness and control measures

Mix the lawn soil yourself: This is how you get the optimal mixture

Mix the lawn soil yourself: This is how you get the optimal mixture

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

How to mix lawn soil yourself. - Get inspired here with a recipe suggestion for the best lawn soil from your own production

Plants against ticks: Which varieties protect your garden?

Plants against ticks: Which varieties protect your garden?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Without chemicals or unpleasant-smelling oils, are you powerless against ticks? Not necessarily! The plants presented here also offer you protection

Saving spruce trees: identifying and combating pests

Saving spruce trees: identifying and combating pests

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Does your spruce appear sick or is it even losing its needles? Then read here how to recognize pests and what you can do about them

Creeping weeds in the lawn? Here's how to fight it

Creeping weeds in the lawn? Here's how to fight it

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

This guide explains how to identify creeping lawn weeds and destroy them without poison. Top 10 at a glance with lots of tips for natural control

Chopping cherry laurel: This is how to do it correctly and safely

Chopping cherry laurel: This is how to do it correctly and safely

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Chop up the cherry laurel plant parts so you can add them to the compost. You can find out how best to do this here

Algae in the pond: causes, problems and natural solutions

Algae in the pond: causes, problems and natural solutions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Algae in ponds is a common problem. Here you will find out in which cases combating them is counterproductive and how you can improve the situation

Algae in the pool: How they arise and how they can be successfully combated

Algae in the pool: How they arise and how they can be successfully combated

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Algae are unsightly in the pool and impair bathing pleasure. We'll tell you which remedies are helpful and useless

Make your own compost: Simple instructions for every garden

Make your own compost: Simple instructions for every garden

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Making your own compost isn't that difficult. Here you will find a few easy-to-implement ideas and instructions

Remove or repair sod? 5 methods explained

Remove or repair sod? 5 methods explained

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Sod - What is it? - Read an understandable definition here. - Tips & Tricks explain how to remove or repair a sod

Remove green growth: Natural home remedies & tips

Remove green growth: Natural home remedies & tips

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

How to remove green growth without chemicals. - Read here how you can naturally clean paving, stones, wood and garden furniture from verdigris

Renew your lawn: step by step instructions & tips

Renew your lawn: step by step instructions & tips

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

If you want to renew your lawn, you must prepare the area thoroughly. This article explains what work is involved and what you should pay attention to

Garden house roof leaking: Find and fix the causes

Garden house roof leaking: Find and fix the causes

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article you will learn how to repair minor damage to the roof of the garden house

Dahlias: Fantastic flowers - care & cultivation

Dahlias: Fantastic flowers - care & cultivation

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Dahlias are available in numerous colors and are popular in flower beds. Find out here how to plant and properly care for the beautiful flowers