Gardening 2024, September

Homemade growing pots: upcycling ideas for the garden

Homemade growing pots: upcycling ideas for the garden

Growing pots for sowing can be made quickly and free of charge. Here you will find instructions for proven alternatives to standard pots

Gentle planting: cultivation pots that can grow with you

Gentle planting: cultivation pots that can grow with you

Some nursery pots are 100% biodegradable. You can find out what these are and why it is beneficial to plant them here

Web moth dangerous to humans? The answer

Web moth dangerous to humans? The answer

Contact with web moth caterpillars triggers both disgust and worry. But are they actually dangerous for people? We'll tell you

Fight web moths successfully with neem oil: instructions

Fight web moths successfully with neem oil: instructions

If spider moths heavily infest your fruit trees, you should fight them. You can find out here when and how a spray with neem oil can help

Homemade seed trays: Use cheap alternatives

Homemade seed trays: Use cheap alternatives

Propagation trays cost money, even though they are quite simple containers. We'll tell you which free alternatives are available in every household

Fascinating silk moths: Do we also have them with us?

Fascinating silk moths: Do we also have them with us?

What is hidden behind the silk moth? We'll tell you which insects we mean and where you can meet them

Aquarium plants for 30 degrees: The best varieties at a glance

Aquarium plants for 30 degrees: The best varieties at a glance

When the temperature in the aquarium reaches 30 degrees, many plants fail. You can find out here which varieties can cope with this heat and which ones don't

Disinfecting aquarium plants: Effective methods & tips

Disinfecting aquarium plants: Effective methods & tips

Aquarium plants should be disinfected if they are infected with germs, algae or harmful animals. Read how this is done here

Why don't aquarium plants grow? Causes & Solutions

Why don't aquarium plants grow? Causes & Solutions

Aquarium plants don't grow, how can this be changed? We'll tell you what possible causes are and what possible solutions there are

Ground cover in the aquarium: Fascinating selection & care tips

Ground cover in the aquarium: Fascinating selection & care tips

Ground cover plants can beautify any aquarium and also offer a few useful properties. Learn more about care and suitable varieties

Planting aquarium plants in a pot: pros and cons

Planting aquarium plants in a pot: pros and cons

Can aquarium plants be planted in pots? Read here what experienced aquarists think about it and what advantages and disadvantages they see

Cutting aquarium plants: This is how to do it correctly and gently

Cutting aquarium plants: This is how to do it correctly and gently

Aquarium plants must be cut back because space in the aquarium is limited. Read here how to use the scissors correctly

How do I water aquarium plants correctly? Tips & Tricks

How do I water aquarium plants correctly? Tips & Tricks

Watering aquarium plants takes up time and requires daily effort. Nevertheless, it is indispensable. We'll tell you how to do it right

Brown coating on aquarium plants: causes & solutions

Brown coating on aquarium plants: causes & solutions

Brown deposits on aquarium plants are unsightly, but not life-threatening. You can find out what this is and what you can do here

Low-CO2 aquarium: The ideal plant species for this

Low-CO2 aquarium: The ideal plant species for this

Living aquarium plants can never grow without co2. But there are plenty of varieties that get by with just a little co2. Learn more about it here

Snail plague in the aquarium? Protect your plants

Snail plague in the aquarium? Protect your plants

A large number of snails in the aquarium should definitely be controlled. You can find out here which methods you can use to gently decimate the molluscs

Transparent aquarium plants? How to fix the problem

Transparent aquarium plants? How to fix the problem

When aquarium plants become transparent, their owner must analyze and act quickly. We'll tell you here what possible solutions are available

Recognize and correct deficiencies in aquarium plants

Recognize and correct deficiencies in aquarium plants

Deficiencies in aquarium plants are not only not a pretty sight, they require targeted measures. Find out what the plants might be missing

How long do aquarium plants take to grow?

How long do aquarium plants take to grow?

Aquatic plants take some time to grow. You can find out here how long this takes and what supports or hinders the growth

Why aquarium plants turn brown: tips for prevention

Why aquarium plants turn brown: tips for prevention

No aquarist should tolerate aquarium plants with brown leaves for long. You can find out what causes this and what to do here

Little light in the aquarium? These plants are ideal

Little light in the aquarium? These plants are ideal

Even darker corners in the aquarium can be greened with suitable aquatic plants. You can find out here which varieties can survive with little light

Hostas and hydrangeas: A successful garden combination?

Hostas and hydrangeas: A successful garden combination?

Hostas are ideal companion plants for hydrangeas. The right location and sufficient care measures are important for a successful combination

Arnica or oxeye? Distinctive features at a glance

Arnica or oxeye? Distinctive features at a glance

Arnica and oxeye are often confused by laypeople because of their similar yellow flowers. At second glance the differences become clear

Arnica occurrence: Where does the medicinal plant grow in Germany?

Arnica occurrence: Where does the medicinal plant grow in Germany?

Real arnica thrives at higher altitudes in Europe. Mountain meadows in the Black Forest, the Alps and the Pyrenees offer perfect conditions

Arnica leaves: characteristics, growth and precautions

Arnica leaves: characteristics, growth and precautions

Arnica has pointed leaves with noticeable hairiness. The plant can be recognized by the strong leaf veins that run lengthways across the leaf

Powdery mildew on lamb's lettuce: causes, control and prevention

Powdery mildew on lamb's lettuce: causes, control and prevention

Although lamb's lettuce is very robust, the plants can become infected with powdery mildew. The best way to avoid this is to take proper precautions

Lamb's lettuce with mildew: Is it still edible?

Lamb's lettuce with mildew: Is it still edible?

Powdery mildew on lamb's lettuce is not toxic to he althy people. Nevertheless, you should carefully consider whether you eat the infected leaves

Similar classifications of garden hydrangea

Similar classifications of garden hydrangea

The similar classifications of the garden hydrangea ensure a great variety and colorful splendor in the garden and flowerbed

Let Annabell's hydrangea move: master the change of location

Let Annabell's hydrangea move: master the change of location

The Annabell hydrangea can usually be transplanted without any problems, but important care measures should still be taken to support it

Hydrangea Annabelle not blooming? Causes & Solutions

Hydrangea Annabelle not blooming? Causes & Solutions

If the flowers of the Annabelle hydrangea are a long time coming, simple care measures must be taken. These support the plant in flowering

Hydrangea Annabelle: Brown flowers? Causes & Solutions

Hydrangea Annabelle: Brown flowers? Causes & Solutions

If the flowers of the Annabelle hydrangea turn brown, the cause must be identified quickly. Simple means and measures can help

Hogweed: Interesting facts about its flowers

Hogweed: Interesting facts about its flowers

The double umbels make the flowers of hogweed appear particularly powerful and impressive. In addition to the main color white, there are flowers in pink or light green

Hogweed touched: What to do in case of contact and burns?

Hogweed touched: What to do in case of contact and burns?

Giant hogweed contains toxic substances that affect the skin when touched. Severe burns result from exposure to the sun

Dried hogweed: poisonous or harmless?

Dried hogweed: poisonous or harmless?

The poison in giant hogweed is also present in dried plants. Common hogweed, on the other hand, can be used dried as a medicinal plant

Poisonous or harmless? Use hogweed correctly in the garden

Poisonous or harmless? Use hogweed correctly in the garden

Whether hogweed can be controlled or planted in the garden depends on the species. In addition to the poisonous giant hogweed, there are also harmless species

Is mountain mint edible? Everything about this versatile herb

Is mountain mint edible? Everything about this versatile herb

Find out here to what extent mountain mint is edible and can be used in the kitchen

Giant hogweed: Invasive neophyte and danger in Germany

Giant hogweed: Invasive neophyte and danger in Germany

Various types of hogweed grow in Germany. In addition to native plants, the well-known giant hogweed is a feared and poisonous neophyte

Cutting stone thyme: When and how you should do it

Cutting stone thyme: When and how you should do it

Why is it necessary to cut stone thyme? When is the best time to do this and are the clippings really just waste? Here are the answers

Painting stones: creative ideas and helpful tips

Painting stones: creative ideas and helpful tips

Painting stones » Colors and techniques for inside and outside ✓ Primer and sealing ✓ Motifs for beginners ✓ [➽ Get inspired now]

Growing tuberous begonias successfully: Tips & Tricks

Growing tuberous begonias successfully: Tips & Tricks

This is how you can stimulate the tuberous begonias and specifically promote the growth of shoots and flowers. Heading also extends the later flowering period