Garden 2024, September

Growing Physalis successfully in Germany: This is how it works

Growing Physalis successfully in Germany: This is how it works

The South American Physalis peruviana is not used to the climate in Germany. Nevertheless, it also thrives in our latitudes. Find out how

Physalis sticky? Causes and concerns clarified

Physalis sticky? Causes and concerns clarified

Physalis fruits typically have a sticky film on the skin. You can read exactly what that is here

Storing Physalis: Tips for optimal shelf life and freshness

Storing Physalis: Tips for optimal shelf life and freshness

If you have harvested a lot of Physalis and need practical tips for storing the delicious fruits, you have come to the right place

Physalis: Easily treat and understand purple leaves

Physalis: Easily treat and understand purple leaves

Purple discolored leaves on Physalis worry many hobby gardeners. Here you can find out what is really behind the discoloration

Physalis cultivation: What temperature is really necessary?

Physalis cultivation: What temperature is really necessary?

You can find out here what minimum temperature the Physalis needs to germinate successfully and survive the winter well

Physalis: The fascinating fruit with dual identity

Physalis: The fascinating fruit with dual identity

The fruits of the Physalis are botanically classified as fruit and not as vegetables. Here you can find out which characteristics make the difference

Physalis: What temperatures does it need to germinate?

Physalis: What temperatures does it need to germinate?

The Physalis depends on certain temperatures in order to germinate and survive the winter. You can find out exactly which ones here

Plant Physalis deeper for better growth & stability

Plant Physalis deeper for better growth & stability

It is advisable to place the physalis deeper in the pricking pot. You can find out here what the reason for this is and what it means in detail

Growing Physalis: Does this plant need a climbing aid?

Growing Physalis: Does this plant need a climbing aid?

It is advisable to provide the Physalis with a climbing aid. You can find out why this is the case and which climbing aids are suitable here

Physalis intolerance: does it even exist?

Physalis intolerance: does it even exist?

Physalis do not generally cause allergies, but may be intolerable under certain circumstances. You can find out what these circumstances are here

Cutting physalis for overwintering: when and how much?

Cutting physalis for overwintering: when and how much?

There are good reasons to cut the physalis for overwintering. Find out here what these are specifically and how much you should shorten the plant

Processing Physalis: Delicious ideas for sweet and sour berries

Processing Physalis: Delicious ideas for sweet and sour berries

There are many different ways to process the edible fruits of Physalis bushes. Get some tasteful inspiration here

The right pot size for Physalis: Tips & Recommendations

The right pot size for Physalis: Tips & Recommendations

If you want to cultivate your Physalis in a pot, you should choose a sufficiently large container. Find out here which dimensions are recommended

Physalis not ripening? Causes & solutions

Physalis not ripening? Causes & solutions

If the fruits of the Physalis do not ripen, there can be various reasons. You can find out exactly what these are here

Physalis does not grow: causes and solutions

Physalis does not grow: causes and solutions

If your physalis is not growing as expected, there can be various reasons. You can find out exactly what these are here

Physalis enjoyment: The recommended daily amount

Physalis enjoyment: The recommended daily amount

Physalis contain many valuable ingredients. Nevertheless, you should enjoy the fruits in moderation. You can find out which amount is optimal and why here

Unripe physalis eaten: symptoms & what to do?

Unripe physalis eaten: symptoms & what to do?

If you have eaten unripe physalis, it can cause unpleasant symptoms. Find out more about possible complaints and the cause

Algae coating on aquarium plants: What can you do about it?

Algae coating on aquarium plants: What can you do about it?

Plants in the aquarium covered in algae are not a pretty sight. Read how you can recognize an infestation and get the plants free of algae

Bananas and sunburn: Recognize, treat and prevent

Bananas and sunburn: Recognize, treat and prevent

Brown leaves on the banana are sometimes caused by sunburn, which can occur after being removed from the winter quarters

Is your banana frozen? How to recognize and save them

Is your banana frozen? How to recognize and save them

Did your banana freeze in winter? With a bit of luck, the roots remained intact and you can still save the plant. We'll tell you how

Mold on banana trunk: How to save your plant

Mold on banana trunk: How to save your plant

If the banana has mold on the trunk, you need to act quickly. You may be able to save the plant with a vigorous pruning

The fascinating diversity of banana species: an overview

The fascinating diversity of banana species: an overview

Bananas are the Germans' favorite fruit. But do the sweet, exotic fruits actually have related plants here?

Bananas as fertilizer: How to strengthen your plants naturally

Bananas as fertilizer: How to strengthen your plants naturally

Do you like eating bananas? Then don't throw the peels away anymore! You can use banana peels as organic fertilizer. Thats how it works

Banana plant on the balcony: How does it work?

Banana plant on the balcony: How does it work?

Bananas can also be grown on the balcony during the summer months. Read about what you should pay attention to and when you can expect the first fruits

Make your own banana fertilizer: step by step instructions

Make your own banana fertilizer: step by step instructions

Banana plants have high nutrient requirements. We'll tell you how to make a good banana fertilizer yourself and use it correctly

Winter protection removal for bananas: when and how to proceed?

Winter protection removal for bananas: when and how to proceed?

Even bananas that are sold as hardy need winter protection in winter. But when is the best time in spring to remove it?

Protecting bananas from fruit flies: The best tips

Protecting bananas from fruit flies: The best tips

Wherever there are ripe bananas, fruit flies are not far away. This is how you can reliably get rid of the annoying fruit flies

Banana harvest: Everything you need to know about the background and process

Banana harvest: Everything you need to know about the background and process

Harvesting bananas from your own banana plant is a rare blessing. This is the best way to proceed if you want to harvest the yellow fruits

Zucchini and bananas: why they are both considered berries

Zucchini and bananas: why they are both considered berries

Due to the growth habit and the color, the question arises: Are bananas and zucchini related? You can find the answer in this post

Banana rotten after winter? How to save your plant

Banana rotten after winter? How to save your plant

If the banana rotted after the winter, it was probably too wet. Read our article about how you can still save the plant

Keep banana tree outside: Is that possible?

Keep banana tree outside: Is that possible?

Amazing but true: In Germany you can even keep some banana trees outside in winter. Thats how it works

Banana tree hardy: Is that really possible?

Banana tree hardy: Is that really possible?

Do you want to plant a banana tree in your garden and are wondering which one is hardy? With us you will find the answer

Growing bananas: How much sun and water do they need?

Growing bananas: How much sun and water do they need?

Growing bananas in Germany? Read how you can - maybe - harvest bananas from your own banana plant

Banana plant: stem rot – causes & rescue measures

Banana plant: stem rot – causes & rescue measures

What can you do if the trunk of the banana plant is rotting? Can the exotic plant still be saved? And what can you do to prevent stem rot?

Banana tree size: Which species fit in the living room?

Banana tree size: Which species fit in the living room?

The size a banana tree reaches depends on the species and the growing conditions. Some bananas can grow up to five meters high

Banana plant & greenhouse: This is how it thrives

Banana plant & greenhouse: This is how it thrives

The tropical banana plant can also be easily cultivated in a greenhouse. Read about why this makes sense and what you need to pay attention to

Banana plant: recognize and successfully treat leaf jam

Banana plant: recognize and successfully treat leaf jam

The banana plant is actually an easy plant to care for. Leaf jam often occurs, especially in winter. You can do that

Banana Plant With Black Leaves: Causes & Solutions

Banana Plant With Black Leaves: Causes & Solutions

What are the causes of black spots on banana plants? Read about where the stains come from and how you can treat them

Winter Muddiness in Banana Plants: Solutions

Winter Muddiness in Banana Plants: Solutions

What to do if the banana plant is soggy after winter? Can the tropical plant still be saved and if so, how do you go about it?

Banana spider: Does it really lay eggs in bananas?

Banana spider: Does it really lay eggs in bananas?

Have you read newspaper reports about dangerous banana spiders or spider eggs in bananas? Read what's behind these articles