Garden 2024, September

Magnolias: Can they really live over 100 years?

Magnolias: Can they really live over 100 years?

A magnolia enriches every park and garden. But for how long? Here you can find out what age magnolias can reach and how you can influence it

Magnolia: leaves curling? Causes & Solutions

Magnolia: leaves curling? Causes & Solutions

Curled leaves indicate that something is wrong with the magnolia. Find out why it curls its leaves and what you can do here

Removing magnolia roots: When and how to do it correctly

Removing magnolia roots: When and how to do it correctly

There are situations in which you want or have to remove some or all of the roots of the magnolia. You can find out what needs to be taken into account here

Magnolia: Medicinal effects and uses explained

Magnolia: Medicinal effects and uses explained

The use of plants as medicine is common, especially in China. You can find out here what medicinal effects are attributed to magnolia

Magnolia foliage: characteristics, development and care

Magnolia foliage: characteristics, development and care

The magnolia has very impressive foliage. Here you can find out what characterizes the leaves and when they develop and fall off

Magnolia and bark mulch: optimal care for your garden

Magnolia and bark mulch: optimal care for your garden

Bark mulch is often used to protect soil and plants from drying out. You can find out how mulch works on magnolias here

Privet leaves: interesting facts about the hedge plant

Privet leaves: interesting facts about the hedge plant

This is what distinguishes the leaves of the privet and this is what the individual leaf can tell you about your privet. Here you get an overview

Frost damage to privet: How to recognize and treat?

Frost damage to privet: How to recognize and treat?

Privet is hardy. In some cases, frost damage can still occur on some parts of the plant. Then these appear and this is how you can help

Combining magnolia: sophisticated planting partnerships

Combining magnolia: sophisticated planting partnerships

It is not that easy to combine the magnolia, as it prefers to stand alone as a solitary tree. You can find out what options there are here

Privet: How poisonous is this hedge plant?

Privet: How poisonous is this hedge plant?

Privet is slightly poisonous. Here you can find out what harmful substances the plant contains and what its toxicity is

Frozen privet: tips for pruning and new growth

Frozen privet: tips for pruning and new growth

Privet is inherently hardy. Sometimes in the spring you will still discover that parts of the plant have frozen. This is how you react

Privet and Bees: A bee-friendly hedge plant

Privet and Bees: A bee-friendly hedge plant

Privet is not the best pasture for bees, but the plant still makes an immense contribution to the supply of bees. This is what privet offers bees

Cutting privet solitaire: This is how it works perfectly

Cutting privet solitaire: This is how it works perfectly

You don't necessarily have to cut a privet planted solitary. However, the cut can have advantages. Use these tips to do so

Privet hedges: Which width is ideal for your garden?

Privet hedges: Which width is ideal for your garden?

You can create a beautiful wide hedge with privet. Here you can find out how much the olive tree grows and what you should pay attention to

Privet: Why is its ecological value so high?

Privet: Why is its ecological value so high?

Privet combines beautiful appearance and high ecological value. Here you can find out what the popular hedge plant promises nature and the environment

Privet pests: Recognize and combat black weevils

Privet pests: Recognize and combat black weevils

Are you worried about an infestation of privet with black weevils? This is how you recognize the pests and treat an infested privet

Disadvantages of Privet: What you need to consider

Disadvantages of Privet: What you need to consider

In addition to many advantages, privet also has a few disadvantages. Here you can find out what they are and how they compensate for some of them

Privet dried up? How to fix the problem effectively

Privet dried up? How to fix the problem effectively

Privet is very easy to care for. However, under certain circumstances this plant can also dry out. How to find the cause and help the privet

Why is bark mulch so recommended under privet?

Why is bark mulch so recommended under privet?

How to mulch privet with bark mulch. Here you will find out what advantages the material offers and why you should fertilize young privet before mulching

Spider mites on privet: How do I detect and remove them?

Spider mites on privet: How do I detect and remove them?

How to recognize and treat a spider mite infestation on privet. With the right means you can get rid of the pests quickly

Composting privet: This is how to do it correctly and safely

Composting privet: This is how to do it correctly and safely

Privet is poisonous, but can still be composted. Pay attention to these tips and you can get a good organic fertilizer from it

Privet vs. Boxwood: Differences & Recommendations

Privet vs. Boxwood: Differences & Recommendations

Privet and boxwood are among the most popular and beautiful hedge plants. This is what distinguishes the two plants. Use this information for comparison

Privet pests: recognizing and combating caterpillars

Privet pests: recognizing and combating caterpillars

How to recognize the privet moth caterpillars. Here you can find out what the caterpillars do and whether you need to fight the pests

Can you mix privet and cherry laurel in a hedge?

Can you mix privet and cherry laurel in a hedge?

When you mix privet with cherry laurel, you have two plants with beautiful foliage. But the combination also brings with it some challenges

Water privet correctly: This is how the hedge plant stays he althy

Water privet correctly: This is how the hedge plant stays he althy

You don't need to water privet very often. In certain cases, however, watering can be worthwhile. Here you can find out when and how to water

Remove privet berries: when, why and how?

Remove privet berries: when, why and how?

Have you planted a privet and want to remove the berries? This is how you prevent the poisonous berries from growing on the popular hedge plant

Mildew and cucumbers: how to tell if they are edible?

Mildew and cucumbers: how to tell if they are edible?

If the cucumber plant is affected by powdery mildew, the fruits are not poisonous. However, consumption is not recommended if the fruit is infected

Mildew on cactus: What to do to combat it effectively?

Mildew on cactus: What to do to combat it effectively?

Cacti are easy to care for, but they can still be damaged. With a little patience and helpful resources, a mildew infestation can quickly be a thing of the past

Recognize and successfully eliminate mildew in the lawn

Recognize and successfully eliminate mildew in the lawn

Mildew infestation can cause significant damage to the lawn. In the event of an illness, simple measures can help solve the problem

Mildew on Raspberries: Symptoms, Causes & Solutions

Mildew on Raspberries: Symptoms, Causes & Solutions

If the raspberry is affected by mildew, you should intervene quickly. The spread can be stopped using simple home remedies

Monstera and fungal infestation: How to recognize and combat it

Monstera and fungal infestation: How to recognize and combat it

The robust Monstera can also suffer from a fungal disease. Read here which mushrooms are dangerous for the Monstera and what you can do

Monstera seeds: propagation and cultivation made easy

Monstera seeds: propagation and cultivation made easy

In this article, find out everything about the seeds of the popular Monstera, how you can harvest them and how you can grow your plant yourself from seeds

Monstera pests: recognize, combat and prevent

Monstera pests: recognize, combat and prevent

Monsteras are popular and robust plants. But they are also attacked by pests from time to time. Find out here how to combat them effectively

Monstera leaves hanging: causes and solutions

Monstera leaves hanging: causes and solutions

Monstera is a popular and relatively easy-care houseplant. Here you can find out what you can do if your leaves suddenly hang

Rolling up Monstera leaves: care errors or pests?

Rolling up Monstera leaves: care errors or pests?

If the leaves of your Monstera curl up, there can be various reasons for this. Here's how to find out the cause and what you can do

Why is my Monstera not growing? Tips and Tricks

Why is my Monstera not growing? Tips and Tricks

Monstera is particularly loved and cared for because of its striking leaves. You can find out what a lack of leaf growth means in this article

Help, my Monstera offshoot is faulty: What to do & how to prevent it?

Help, my Monstera offshoot is faulty: What to do & how to prevent it?

Find out here how to form he althy offshoots of your Monstera and care for them properly. You can also read what you can do if the offshoot rots

Monstera in the bedroom: yes or no? Benefits and tips

Monstera in the bedroom: yes or no? Benefits and tips

Find out here whether and why the popular house plant Monstera is also suitable for your bedroom as well as helpful tips for caring for your plant

Monstera on the balcony: tips for care and maintenance

Monstera on the balcony: tips for care and maintenance

Find out here whether your Monstera is suitable for keeping on the balcony or terrace and what you should pay attention to when caring for it outside

Save Monstera: This is how it becomes he althy and strong again

Save Monstera: This is how it becomes he althy and strong again

Learn how to save your Monstera if it has a problem here