Gardening 2024, September

Imperial crown propagation: which method to choose?

Imperial crown propagation: which method to choose?

Imperial crown can be propagated via seeds or bulbs; the latter usually leads to the young plants producing flowers more quickly

Spring splendor in the garden: the blooming time of the imperial crown

Spring splendor in the garden: the blooming time of the imperial crown

The flowering period of the imperial crown begins around the beginning of April. Find out here how long you can enjoy the flowers

Imperial Crown Care: Tips for He althy and Flowering Plants

Imperial Crown Care: Tips for He althy and Flowering Plants

In a carefully selected and prepared location, the imperial crown produces impressive new flowers every year, even with little care

Is Japanese knotweed poisonous? Surprising truth

Is Japanese knotweed poisonous? Surprising truth

Find out here whether Japanese knotweed is poisonous, whether there is a risk and what it can be used for

Experience the heyday of the edelweiss: tips and facts

Experience the heyday of the edelweiss: tips and facts

The edelweiss is known for its long flowering period. Find out here when the beautiful alpine flower blooms

Imperial crown planting time: When is the optimal time?

Imperial crown planting time: When is the optimal time?

Find out here when it is best to plant the imperial crown and why this time is the best time to plant

Poisonous Imperial Crown: How to safely handle the plant

Poisonous Imperial Crown: How to safely handle the plant

The imperial crown contains high concentrations of toxins in the leaves and bulbs. Find out what dangers exist here

Imperial crown against moles: gentle alternative in the garden

Imperial crown against moles: gentle alternative in the garden

The imperial crown only drives away moles with its smell in a local area, but it can at least protect the flower bed from mole attacks

Imperial crown hardy? Overwintering tips for the plant

Imperial crown hardy? Overwintering tips for the plant

Find out here whether and under what conditions the imperial crown is winter hardy and how you can overwinter it successfully

Successfully cut back the imperial crown: This is how it works

Successfully cut back the imperial crown: This is how it works

Since the imperial crown breaks through the earth's surface every year from the bulbs, cutting the above-ground parts is only necessary after they have wilted

The perfect location for your Edelweiss: tips and tricks

The perfect location for your Edelweiss: tips and tricks

The edelweiss likes barren soil. Find out here which location is perfect for the white flower and what other requirements it has

Edelweiss: tradition, love and courage in the Alpine region

Edelweiss: tradition, love and courage in the Alpine region

The edelweiss is not only an important symbol of the Alps, but also stands for courage and bravery, among other things. Find out more about the meaning here

Overwintering edelweiss: How to protect the plant in winter

Overwintering edelweiss: How to protect the plant in winter

As a high mountain plant, the edelweiss is well hardy. Nevertheless, you should heed our tips when wintering

Edelweiss in the garden: How to plant and care for it correctly

Edelweiss in the garden: How to plant and care for it correctly

Edelweiss is very easy to care for and can be cultivated very well in the garden as long as it is given a sunny spot in barren, lime-rich soil

Eating Japanese knotweed: Delicious and he althy recipe ideas

Eating Japanese knotweed: Delicious and he althy recipe ideas

Japanese knotweed can be easily controlled - by simply preparing and eating the young, tender shoots such as rhubarb

Growing edelweiss from seeds: instructions & tips for sowing

Growing edelweiss from seeds: instructions & tips for sowing

Edelweiss is easy to grow from seeds. The seeds are sown in seed trays in March and the young plants are planted outdoors after the Ice Saints

Edelweiss in winter: How to protect the plant properly

Edelweiss in winter: How to protect the plant properly

Although the edelweiss is generally hardy as a high mountain plant, wet winters in particular can be a problem

Planting edelweiss in a pot: Here's how to do it step by step

Planting edelweiss in a pot: Here's how to do it step by step

Edelweiss (Leontopodium nivale) is very suitable for growing in pots, but not for keeping as a houseplant

Grape hyacinth: poisonous or harmless to humans and animals?

Grape hyacinth: poisonous or harmless to humans and animals?

Is grape hyacinth poisonous or not? What are the effects of skin contact and consumption of large quantities? Read the facts here

Grape hyacinth: profile, care & properties

Grape hyacinth: profile, care & properties

The grape hyacinth in the profile. What are their essential characteristics? What other names does she have? Read this and other facts here

Planting grape hyacinths successfully: tips and instructions

Planting grape hyacinths successfully: tips and instructions

Find out in this article which factors play a crucial role when planting grape hyacinths

Grape hyacinth: care tips for a he althy plant

Grape hyacinth: care tips for a he althy plant

What care does a grape hyacinth need? Read advice on watering, fertilizing, cutting, etc. here

Multiply grape hyacinth: 3 methods at a glance

Multiply grape hyacinth: 3 methods at a glance

Which methods have proven successful for propagating grape hyacinth? Find out how the propagation methods are carried out here

Grape hyacinth seeds: When to harvest, sow and germinate?

Grape hyacinth seeds: When to harvest, sow and germinate?

Here you will learn all the characteristics of grape hyacinth seeds and read facts about their ripening time and the sowing procedure

Biological vole defense: The power of the imperial crown

Biological vole defense: The power of the imperial crown

The imperial crown does not work wonders as a biological defense against voles, but it can be used locally as protection

Mullein: flowering time, care and location in the garden

Mullein: flowering time, care and location in the garden

The flowering period of the mullein usually lasts from July to August or September and is characterized by a relatively long flowering period

Multiply mullein: This is how you can do it easily

Multiply mullein: This is how you can do it easily

When propagating mullein, you can either use self-sowing, targeted sowing or root cuttings

Planting mullein: location, care and propagation

Planting mullein: location, care and propagation

When planting mullein, pay attention to a location that is as sunny as possible with good drainage, as it is prone to root rot if it is waterlogged

Mullein: Easy to care for and impressively blooming

Mullein: Easy to care for and impressively blooming

Apart from the choice of location and the effort involved in manual propagation, the mullein is easy to care for as a garden plant

Propagating scented geraniums: cuttings, sowing & tips

Propagating scented geraniums: cuttings, sowing & tips

Which propagation methods are suitable for the scented geranium? Here you will find the most important information about the exact procedure

Mosquito repellent in the garden: scented geraniums as natural helpers

Mosquito repellent in the garden: scented geraniums as natural helpers

Does scented geranium really help against mosquitoes? Read here about the effectiveness and application and get tips on recommended varieties

Scented geraniums: Discover a wide variety of varieties and scents

Scented geraniums: Discover a wide variety of varieties and scents

Which Dufgeranium varieties are recommended? Here you will find an overview of the varieties according to their scent and unusual specimens

Fragrant geranium not blooming? Possible causes & solutions

Fragrant geranium not blooming? Possible causes & solutions

Why doesn't the scented geranium bloom? Read here what the possible causes are and how you can counteract them

Overwintering scented geraniums successfully: It’s that easy

Overwintering scented geraniums successfully: It’s that easy

How are scented geraniums overwintered? Learn how to overwinter these plants in this article

Are harebells poisonous? Handling the plant in the garden

Are harebells poisonous? Handling the plant in the garden

How poisonous is the harebell? Which ingredients can lead to symptoms of poisoning? Get the answers here

Poisonous? Everything about the Japanese lavender heather

Poisonous? Everything about the Japanese lavender heather

Is the Japanese lavender heather harmless or poisonous? After reading this article, you will be more careful in the future

Harebells: Harvest seeds and sow them successfully

Harebells: Harvest seeds and sow them successfully

Find out more about the harebell and its seeds. What do they look like, when do they mature and how are they used for propagation?

Japanese lavender heather: care, cutting & overwintering

Japanese lavender heather: care, cutting & overwintering

What care does the Japanese lavender heather require? Here you can find out more about the most important care procedures for this plant

Hardy Japanese lavender heather: protection and care

Hardy Japanese lavender heather: protection and care

How frost-tolerant is the Japanese lavender heather? Which specimens should be protected in winter? You can find out this and more here

Lavender heather: The ideal location for optimal growth

Lavender heather: The ideal location for optimal growth

Find out by reading this article what you should pay attention to when choosing a location for the lavender heath