Gardening

Wash Chinese cabbage: How to remove dirt and pesticides

Wash Chinese cabbage: How to remove dirt and pesticides

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Chinese cabbage tastes mild and can be used both raw and cooked. You can find out how to properly wash the cabbage and prepare it for consumption in this article

Cleaning chicory: step by step instructions for washing

Cleaning chicory: step by step instructions for washing

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article you will learn how to cut chicory into leaves or wash it whole. We also go into how the vegetables are prepared for consumption

Proper drying of firewood: storage & duration

Proper drying of firewood: storage & duration

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Firewood must not be burned if it is too wet. You can find out how to properly dry the heating material in this article

Cooking green beans: Preserving the fresh harvest

Cooking green beans: Preserving the fresh harvest

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article you will find delicious recipes for boiled beans. This preservation method allows summer vegetables to last for a long time

Wash cauliflower perfectly: step by step instructions

Wash cauliflower perfectly: step by step instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Insects occasionally hide in outdoor cauliflower. In this article you will find out how to really get rid of them when washing and how to prepare cauliflower

Pickled cauliflower: This is the perfect way to preserve it

Pickled cauliflower: This is the perfect way to preserve it

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

In this article you will find instructions in which we explain in detail with a recipe how you can cook delicious cauliflower and thereby preserve it

Cooking red cabbage: Creating delicious supplies for the winter

Cooking red cabbage: Creating delicious supplies for the winter

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Red cabbage goes well with many dishes thanks to its sour aroma. In this article you will learn how you can prepare and preserve the vegetables yourself

Remove mealybugs: effective methods and home remedies

Remove mealybugs: effective methods and home remedies

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Mealybugs are plant sap suckers. Here you will find out how to remove the pests with collection, alcohol, soft soap and plant manure

Filling terrace joints: How to do it correctly and permanently?

Filling terrace joints: How to do it correctly and permanently?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Terrace joints can be filled in two ways. Find out here about the preparation and the options for solid and loose grouting

Disposing of Seramis: This is how to do it correctly and in an environmentally friendly way

Disposing of Seramis: This is how to do it correctly and in an environmentally friendly way

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Seramis is an ideal substrate for plants. Here you can find out how you can dispose of the material you no longer use

Keep spiders away: effective home remedies and tips

Keep spiders away: effective home remedies and tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Spiders don't like specific smells. Here you can read why animals settle in houses and what you can do to keep them away

This is how your celery gets the right supply of nutrients

This is how your celery gets the right supply of nutrients

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Celery requires a little more attention from the gardener. Read here which nutrients the culinary herb needs in spring, summer and autumn

Germinating rye: Simple steps for he althy sprouts

Germinating rye: Simple steps for he althy sprouts

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Rye sprouts are extremely he althy and delicious. We explain what you need to consider when growing - with tips on use and shelf life

Harvesting saffron: When, how and why it's worth it

Harvesting saffron: When, how and why it's worth it

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Saffron is a precious spice. Here you can find out everything about the ideal harvest time, harvesting methods and correct storage

Keep rats away: effective home remedies and tips

Keep rats away: effective home remedies and tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Rats are hygiene pests. We will explain to you whether home remedies and lime paints help and what precautionary measures are important

Can you sprout naked oats? Yes, and that's how it works

Can you sprout naked oats? Yes, and that's how it works

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Naked oats are a complete food. Here you can find out everything about germination and why this type of grain has such he althy properties

Pricking chard: When and how to do it correctly

Pricking chard: When and how to do it correctly

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Chard seeds are a botanical speci alty. Here you can find out why the crop needs to be pricked out even if it is sown individually

Germinating lentils: Simple process with many advantages

Germinating lentils: Simple process with many advantages

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Lentil sprouts taste nutty and sweet. We will show you how to germinate lentils and further process the seedlings

When and how to harvest caraway seeds correctly: tips & tricks

When and how to harvest caraway seeds correctly: tips & tricks

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Not all caraway seeds are the same. Read all about the procedure and timing of harvesting cumin and meadow caraway from us

Planting a ginger bulb: This is how you propagate the super bulb

Planting a ginger bulb: This is how you propagate the super bulb

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Ginger tubers can be propagated and used endlessly. We will explain the process from planting to harvesting to storage

Repair wood damage: fill and restore woodworm holes

Repair wood damage: fill and restore woodworm holes

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

When the woodworm leaves tunnels in furniture, action is required. We'll show you how to make the unsightly holes invisible

Cultivate ginger: Simply grow the powerful tuber yourself

Cultivate ginger: Simply grow the powerful tuber yourself

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Ginger is he althy and tastes delicious. Our instructions will show you how you can grow fresh tubers yourself from purchased ginger

Dispose of leftover wood: This is how to do it in an environmentally friendly and correct way

Dispose of leftover wood: This is how to do it in an environmentally friendly and correct way

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Wood waste is divided into four main categories. Here you can find out what wood belongs to and how to properly dispose of leftover wood

Grow your own oat seedlings: This is how it works

Grow your own oat seedlings: This is how it works

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Oats are demanding sprout candidates. Read everything about nudity and germination aids here - including two methods to get oats to germinate

Fertilizing with coffee grounds and wood ash: Is this advisable?

Fertilizing with coffee grounds and wood ash: Is this advisable?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

In this article you will find out whether ash and coffee grounds are suitable as organic fertilizers and how to use the substances correctly in the garden

Sowing early peas: Now is the best time to do it

Sowing early peas: Now is the best time to do it

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article you will learn how to sow, care for and fertilize early and mid-early peas, when they ripen and how to preserve the harvest

Planting spring onions: This is how they thrive optimally

Planting spring onions: This is how they thrive optimally

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Planting spring onions - read with us how to plant early plants, plant divided clumps and regrow purchased tubers

Fertilizing lamb's lettuce: when and how is it necessary?

Fertilizing lamb's lettuce: when and how is it necessary?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Lamb's lettuce grows in pre-, mixed or secondary crops and is suitable as green manure. Read here when the plant needs fertilizer

Germinating peas: step by step to fresh sprouts

Germinating peas: step by step to fresh sprouts

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Peas are great for sprouting. We explain how to grow the seeds in a germination glass, cress sieve, sprout tower and soil

Removing thorns: gentle methods for a painless procedure

Removing thorns: gentle methods for a painless procedure

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

When you're working in the garden, thorns quickly pierce your skin. We'll show you four home remedies you can use to remove thorns

Shred branches properly - with what and how?

Shred branches properly - with what and how?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

What can you use to shred branches? - Read here which garden shredders shred shrub cuttings in the hobby garden. - How to shred branches correctly

Disposing of branches: 5 natural and sensible tips

Disposing of branches: 5 natural and sensible tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

How to dispose of branches? - Read here the 5 best tips on how nature-loving hobby gardeners can sensibly dispose of thin and thick branches

Cutting branches: 3 simple tips for he althy tree growth

Cutting branches: 3 simple tips for he althy tree growth

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

This is how you cut branches in an exemplary manner. - Three tips for the perfect start to tree pruning. - Important cutting rules explained simply

Shredding branches: Which shredder is right for you?

Shredding branches: Which shredder is right for you?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

What and how can you chop branches? - Read tips on garden shredders with advantages and disadvantages here. - This is how you chop branches correctly

Supporting wild bees overwintering: Practical tips

Supporting wild bees overwintering: Practical tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

How do wild bees overwinter? - What can hobby gardeners do for wild bees in need? - This really helps wild bees overwinter

Powdery mildew on peas: How to recognize and combat it

Powdery mildew on peas: How to recognize and combat it

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The robust pea plants can be affected by powdery mildew. Make sure you take proper care of your peas in the spring

Protect your Tibouchina: winterization made easy

Protect your Tibouchina: winterization made easy

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

This is how you properly overwinter Tibouchina. - The best tips for the optimal winter quarters for the princess flower. - Wintering made easy

Overwintering arugula: This is how it works in beds and containers

Overwintering arugula: This is how it works in beds and containers

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Can you overwinter arugula? - Read here how you can recognize hardy mustard vines and overwinter them successfully. - Tips for rocket in beds and containers

Storing lawn mowers over the winter: Checklist for proper storage

Storing lawn mowers over the winter: Checklist for proper storage

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Winterize your lawnmower properly. - Checklist with all important work after the last lawn cut. - This is how petrol, electric and battery-powered mowers winter

Overwintering passion fruit successfully: This is how it works

Overwintering passion fruit successfully: This is how it works

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

How can you overwinter passion fruit? - How to get the passion fruit plant through the winter. - Well-founded tips on winter quarters and care