Plant species 2024, September

The right soil for growing agave

The right soil for growing agave

The suitable soil for the agave does not have to contain a lot of nutrients, but should be as permeable as possible and dry after watering

Different types of agave for growing in the home or garden

Different types of agave for growing in the home or garden

Among the more than 300 known agave species worldwide, there are different frost-hardy species with different looks and growth speeds

Does agave produce a usable fruit in the garden?

Does agave produce a usable fruit in the garden?

The fruit of the agave forms from the flowers in the form of three-chambered seed capsules, but other parts of the plant are of economic importance

Magnificent orchids over winter in the greenhouse

Magnificent orchids over winter in the greenhouse

In order to be able to use a greenhouse to grow orchids in winter, the climatic conditions are particularly important, including during their dormant phase

Sticking pond liner under water - is that possible?

Sticking pond liner under water - is that possible?

You can read here whether and how you can glue a pond liner under water, what requirements are necessary and what you should pay attention to when using the glue

Have the pond liner laid - what are the costs?

Have the pond liner laid - what are the costs?

You can read about what you have to pay to have a professional lay foil in a pond and what prices apply for the entire pond here

The most beautiful hardy rock garden plants

The most beautiful hardy rock garden plants

Many rock garden plants are hardy, but cannot tolerate moisture and should therefore be protected during the winter

The most beautiful plants for the gravel garden

The most beautiful plants for the gravel garden

The selection of beautiful and suitable plants for the gravel garden is huge. Here you will find a selection of the most beautiful species

Greenhouse tips: A little materials science for construction

Greenhouse tips: A little materials science for construction

We give some greenhouse tips to help you choose the right building material. This also shows that quality always has its price

The indoor calla lily really is that poisonous

The indoor calla lily really is that poisonous

The indoor calla is quite poisonous and should be placed so that children and pets never come into contact with the plant's sap

Which potted plants need to be in the greenhouse to overwinter?

Which potted plants need to be in the greenhouse to overwinter?

It takes very little effort to set up a greenhouse for overwintering potted plants. From a climatic point of view, everything has to be right

Propagating succulents professionally - this is how the plan succeeds

Propagating succulents professionally - this is how the plan succeeds

Propagate succulents skillfully. - This is how it works with children, leaf cuttings and seeds. - The best breeding methods at a glance

Plant balcony boxes all year round - tips for skillful permanent planting

Plant balcony boxes all year round - tips for skillful permanent planting

How can I permanently plant a balcony box? - Read tips here for successful permanent planting in a sunny or shady location

How to create a beautiful flower box on the north side

How to create a beautiful flower box on the north side

Are there plants for the window box on the north side? - Find out here which flowers, perennials and grasses thrive on the shady balcony

These barberries are useful as ground cover - beautiful varieties

These barberries are useful as ground cover - beautiful varieties

Which barberries are suitable as ground cover? - You can get to know the best Berberis varieties for decorative area greening here

Is Thuja a shallow root or a deep root?

Is Thuja a shallow root or a deep root?

The thuja has shallow roots, not deep roots. However, the roots of a hedge are not so easy to get out of the ground

Can I radically cut back my wisteria?

Can I radically cut back my wisteria?

Are you thinking about radically cutting back your wisteria? Then read here what you should consider when cutting

How is the vegetable patch properly prepared?

How is the vegetable patch properly prepared?

In this article you will find many tips on how to properly prepare the vegetable patch for the next growing season

Geraniums: care and varieties (pelargonium)

Geraniums: care and varieties (pelargonium)

How do geraniums and pelargoniums produce lush flowers, how are they cared for properly and what interesting varieties are there? You'll find answers here

Poinsettia: Care for it properly

Poinsettia: Care for it properly

Poinsettias are no longer just seasonal potted plants. Read here how you can cultivate the magnificent South American all year round

How to properly cut hibiscus outside and inside - tutorial with all types of cutting

How to properly cut hibiscus outside and inside - tutorial with all types of cutting

How to prune hibiscus indoors and outdoors for a high flower yield. - This tutorial explains when and how to cut marshmallow perfectly

Experience the Finkenrech leisure and environmental center

Experience the Finkenrech leisure and environmental center

The environmental & Finkenrech leisure center is an extensive garden area with a wide range of leisure activities, which we would like to introduce to you here

This is how you cut Thuja Smaragd in an exemplary manner - cutting tutorial about the noble Thuja variety

This is how you cut Thuja Smaragd in an exemplary manner - cutting tutorial about the noble Thuja variety

Don't puzzle over the perfect cut of Thuja Smaragd any longer. - This cutting tutorial has all the instructions for you

Cutting olive trees shapely and productively - tutorial for beginners

Cutting olive trees shapely and productively - tutorial for beginners

How to prune an olive tree with flying colors. - Tutorial for beginners in the perfect pruning care of olives in containers and beds

Cutting serviceberry - tutorial for a flawless cut

Cutting serviceberry - tutorial for a flawless cut

How to cut a serviceberry correctly. - Tutorial with tried-and-tested cutting instructions for maintenance, education and rejuvenation

How to cut currants correctly - tutorial with instructions

How to cut currants correctly - tutorial with instructions

This is how you cut currants in an exemplary manner. - Pruning tutorial with instructions for red, white and black currants

Cutting hazelnuts - tutorial on pruning care

Cutting hazelnuts - tutorial on pruning care

How to cut a hazelnut bush correctly. - In this tutorial you will read practical instructions about the pruning care of hazel species

How to cut wisteria in an exemplary manner - cutting tutorial for wisteria

How to cut wisteria in an exemplary manner - cutting tutorial for wisteria

Cutting wisteria correctly - how does it work? - Read this tutorial on when and how to prune a wisteria perfectly

Is clary sage hardy?

Is clary sage hardy?

Clary sage is considered hardy. Read everything you need to know about origin, care, wintering and pot culture here

Make your own flower pot with a shabby chic look

Make your own flower pot with a shabby chic look

The “Shabby Chic” trend doesn’t stop at flower pots. Read here how you can give your old flower pot an interesting look

This is how rhinoceros beetles live - information about larvae, husbandry and development

This is how rhinoceros beetles live - information about larvae, husbandry and development

Spectacular rhinoceros beetles and their lives. - Read information about the giant beetles, larvae in compost and species-appropriate husbandry here

Flour moths in the kitchen - what to do?

Flour moths in the kitchen - what to do?

This is how you fight meal moths correctly. - Guide to controlling voracious meal moth grubs without poison. - Tips for successful home remedies

The art of skillfully handling a hornet's nest

The art of skillfully handling a hornet's nest

Anyone who has to deal with a hornet's nest in the house or garden should know a few things about how to properly deal with it. There is relevant information here

Know and fight flying ants

Know and fight flying ants

Flying ants are bothering you on the terrace, balcony or in the house? Here you will find background information and tips on how to combat it

June beetles - detect, prevent and combat

June beetles - detect, prevent and combat

Don't be afraid of the June beetle. Here you will find out everything you need to know about the curlew beetle - with tips for control and prevention

Earth wasps - What's behind the dreaded insects

Earth wasps - What's behind the dreaded insects

Are earth wasps annoying pests or do they have any use? With us you will find out exciting facts about insects and what helps against colonization

Earth bumblebee: Interesting facts about the protected wild bee

Earth bumblebee: Interesting facts about the protected wild bee

The earth bumblebee is an endangered and strictly protected insect species that is essential for the pollination of many fruit and vegetable plants

Fire bugs in the garden - fight or protect?

Fire bugs in the garden - fight or protect?

Fire bugs appear en masse in spring. We explain everything about the lifestyle and biology of the black and red colored insects

Web moths - species, lifestyle and enemies

Web moths - species, lifestyle and enemies

Web moths appear in large numbers in some years. Find out here the reasons and how nature regulates stocks

Everything about crickets: lifestyle, breeding and control

Everything about crickets: lifestyle, breeding and control

House crickets are among the crickets that are not actually native to us. Read here why they are a nuisance and what you can do about it