Gardening 2025, January

Brazil nut and pecan: differences, origins & nutrients

Brazil nut and pecan: differences, origins & nutrients

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Brazil nut and pecan are often confused with each other. The two nuts have little in common and come from different regions

Brazil nut: poisonous or he alth treasure?

Brazil nut: poisonous or he alth treasure?

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Brazil nuts themselves are not poisonous. However, they can be harmful to he alth due to mold growth caused by incorrect storage

Planting a Brazil nut tree: Is that possible in our latitudes?

Planting a Brazil nut tree: Is that possible in our latitudes?

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Brazil nut trees are not cultivated. It takes years until the first flowers bloom and the fruits also take 18 months to ripen

Pecan tree in the garden: location, care and harvest

Pecan tree in the garden: location, care and harvest

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Pecan trees also grow in our latitudes. They need warm temperatures and lots of space. It takes several years until the first harvest

Rosehip: Fruit of the rose and its versatile uses

Rosehip: Fruit of the rose and its versatile uses

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Rose hips - these fruits have something special. What are their characteristics, what is their taste and what can they be used for?

Rose hips: Surprisingly he althy and versatile

Rose hips: Surprisingly he althy and versatile

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Rose hips - almost forgotten as a he alth fruit. Which substances determine their he alth value and what do they do?

Harvesting rose hips: The best time and helpful tips

Harvesting rose hips: The best time and helpful tips

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Simply delicious - rose hips. But what should you pay attention to when harvesting? Your harvest time, the harvesting procedure and possible uses

Feeding rose hips for dogs: benefits and application tips

Feeding rose hips for dogs: benefits and application tips

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Rose hips - edible and he althy for humans. But does this also apply to dogs? Administration tips and modes of action

Cutting rose hips: tips for optimal blooms

Cutting rose hips: tips for optimal blooms

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Cutting a rosehip bush. This information makes it easier to decide whether to thin out or make a radical cut

Propagate rose hips: Three effective methods for the garden

Propagate rose hips: Three effective methods for the garden

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Multiply rose hips - easy with these methods. Whether sowing, cuttings or propagating runners - when are the chances of success high?

Cotoneaster as a bonsai: care, varieties and tips

Cotoneaster as a bonsai: care, varieties and tips

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The cotoneaster as a bonsai. What are their convincing arguments? Location requirements and care tips

Dog rose and rose hip: Interesting facts about the wild rose bush

Dog rose and rose hip: Interesting facts about the wild rose bush

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Are dog roses and rose hips the same? Here you can find out the characteristics of these plants and whether they are recommended for the garden

Cotoneaster as a ground cover: advantages and care tips

Cotoneaster as a ground cover: advantages and care tips

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The cotoneaster - a suitable ground cover? Their growth pattern, care requirements and what characteristics distinguish them

Cotoneaster as a ground cover: optimal planting distance & tips

Cotoneaster as a ground cover: optimal planting distance & tips

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When planting cotoneaster, pay attention to the correct planting distance. How many plants need to be planted for ground-covering growth

Propagating cotoneaster: methods and instructions

Propagating cotoneaster: methods and instructions

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Propagate the cotoneaster yourself. Easy or complicated, quick or tedious - the choice is yours. Sowing, cuttings, sinkers or runners

Can dogs eat pistachios? Answer & possible risks

Can dogs eat pistachios? Answer & possible risks

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Pistachios are not poisonous, but dogs should not eat the kernels. Read why this is so here

Pistachio seeds: useful information, use & cultivation

Pistachio seeds: useful information, use & cultivation

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Pistachios are stone fruits that are eaten raw or roasted. They contain many minerals and are recommended for a he althy diet

Pistachio tree: winter care and protection against cold

Pistachio tree: winter care and protection against cold

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Pistachio trees are only partially hardy. In Germany they therefore only grow outdoors in very mild locations. It doesn't work without winter protection

Planting pistachios: How to grow your own tree

Planting pistachios: How to grow your own tree

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Pistachio trees are only partially hardy. They should therefore be grown in a bucket. Tips for planting pistachios

Pistachio tree in Germany: cultivation and care tips

Pistachio tree in Germany: cultivation and care tips

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Planting a pistachio tree in Germany is not easy. Cultivation can only be successful in a very warm location or in a greenhouse

Kemiri Nut – Southeast Asia’s fascinating stone fruit

Kemiri Nut – Southeast Asia’s fascinating stone fruit

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Kemiri nut is the name of the fruit of the light nut tree native to Southeast Asia. The stone fruits can be used in many different ways

Passion fruit season: When is the best time to enjoy it?

Passion fruit season: When is the best time to enjoy it?

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The season for harvesting home-grown passion fruit is in autumn; imported fruits can be bought in stores all year round

Exotic plants: Discover the passion fruit blossom

Exotic plants: Discover the passion fruit blossom

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The passion fruit flower is worth growing even without ripening fruit; it is said to visually contain numerous symbols of Christ's passion

Growing a fig tree: step by step instructions

Growing a fig tree: step by step instructions

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Fig trees are easy to propagate. In this article you will find many valuable tips on how breeding is guaranteed to be successful

Corozo: Interesting facts about “vegetable ivory”

Corozo: Interesting facts about “vegetable ivory”

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Corozo nuts are extraordinary fruits. They can be eaten and drunk fresh, and dried they can be made into buttons

Grow passion fruit yourself: This is how you grow the plant from seeds

Grow passion fruit yourself: This is how you grow the plant from seeds

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The passion fruit seeds take a relatively long time to germinate, but they develop into a grateful container plant with a we alth of flowers

Honeydew melon: Where does our favorite summer fruit come from?

Honeydew melon: Where does our favorite summer fruit come from?

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The origin of the honeydew melon can be traced back to an origin in West Africa, but today it is grown in many countries around the world

Honeydew melon: When does its season start and where does it come from?

Honeydew melon: When does its season start and where does it come from?

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The honeydew melon is in season in stores almost all year round; if you grow it yourself, you can harvest it in late summer or autumn

Danger of poison from papaya seeds? Myths and facts

Danger of poison from papaya seeds? Myths and facts

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Find out here when papaya seeds are poisonous and when they can easily be used as a spice

Allowing papaya to ripen: It’s that easy

Allowing papaya to ripen: It’s that easy

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For a papaya that is not yet fully ripe to ripen, a warm place is sufficient if the fruit already shows the first signs of yellowing

Growing papayas successfully: location, germination and harvest

Growing papayas successfully: location, germination and harvest

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A papaya can be grown from papaya seeds without any difficulty and, after a few months, planted in a pot as a container plant

The fascinating origin story of passion fruit

The fascinating origin story of passion fruit

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Passion fruit originally comes from South America, Australia and Asia, but today the refreshing fruits are grown throughout the tropics

Growing papaya: Simple instructions for your own plants

Growing papaya: Simple instructions for your own plants

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To grow papaya, the seeds from commercial fruits can be used once the pulp has been removed

Dragon Fruit from Central America: Cultivation & Use

Dragon Fruit from Central America: Cultivation & Use

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The striking-looking dragon fruit comes from Central America and is now also grown in Asia

Growing your own dragon fruit: sowing and caring for the seeds

Growing your own dragon fruit: sowing and caring for the seeds

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New plants can easily be grown from dragon fruit seeds. Learn more about growing pitahaya

Growing Pitahaya: How to grow it successfully in your garden

Growing Pitahaya: How to grow it successfully in your garden

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Even less experienced hobby gardeners can achieve quick success by growing pitahaya from seeds or cuttings

Ripe dragon fruit: tips for shopping and storing

Ripe dragon fruit: tips for shopping and storing

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The ripe pitahaya can be recognized from a distance by its shell, which shines in different shades of pink and gives way when lightly pressed with a finger

Kumquat care: tips for a he althy ornamental tree plant

Kumquat care: tips for a he althy ornamental tree plant

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Find out here how your kumquat feels best, how to cut it, care for it and protect it from disease so that it thrives

Kumquat tree: Avoid leaf loss & care for it properly

Kumquat tree: Avoid leaf loss & care for it properly

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Is your kumquat tree losing leaves? We'll tell you what the causes are and what you can do about it

Kumquat not blooming: what are the causes and solutions?

Kumquat not blooming: what are the causes and solutions?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 06:01

Your kumquat isn't blooming? We'll tell you what the possible causes are, how you can fix the problem and enjoy your plant again