Plant species

Painful encounter with the stinging hairs of the nettle

Painful encounter with the stinging hairs of the nettle

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The stinging hairs of the nettle cause skin irritation after they break off. The substances lead to the unsightly formation of the typical wheals

Ash as a means of combating nettle

Ash as a means of combating nettle

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Ash is an extremely effective remedy in the fight against annoying nettles. The product is distributed over a large area over the weeds in autumn

Carefully remove stinging hairs from the nettle

Carefully remove stinging hairs from the nettle

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Removing the stinging hairs is necessary to prevent painful rashes and hives after contact with the nettle

Stinging nettles grow under cucumbers - meaning and effects

Stinging nettles grow under cucumbers - meaning and effects

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Growing nettles under cucumbers indicates an ideal plant location. The nutrients are important for the cucumber plant to thrive

Collecting nettles made easy

Collecting nettles made easy

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Thick gloves should be worn when collecting nettles. Cutting off individual leaves should be avoided as much as possible

Dogwood as a bee-friendly plant in the garden

Dogwood as a bee-friendly plant in the garden

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Would you like to know whether dogwood is a bee-friendly plant? Our article will provide you with important information on this question

Dogwood - this is how the wood can be used

Dogwood - this is how the wood can be used

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Would you like to know what properties dogwood wood has and what you can make with it? Then read our article on this topic

Recognize and treat fungal infestation on dogwood

Recognize and treat fungal infestation on dogwood

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Would you like to know how a fungal disease manifests itself in dogwood and what you can do about it? Then read this article

Dogwood branches die

Dogwood branches die

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If you want to know what causes dead branches on dogwoods and what you can do about it, then read this article

Dogwood leaves its leaves drooping - that could be the reason

Dogwood leaves its leaves drooping - that could be the reason

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Wondering what causes drooping leaves on dogwoods? In our article you will find important information on this topic

Yellow leaves on the dogwood: This is what to do

Yellow leaves on the dogwood: This is what to do

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

If you would like to know what causes yellow leaves on dogwoods and what you can do about it, then read our article on the subject

Overwintering geraniums: This is how it works without any problems

Overwintering geraniums: This is how it works without any problems

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Overwintering geraniums » 4 instructions with and without pruning: basement ✓ apartment ✓ balcony ✓ (+ all geranium varieties at a glance)

Eating raw potatoes: dangers and recommendations

Eating raw potatoes: dangers and recommendations

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Can you eat raw potatoes? This guide has the answer. Read here why consumption is dangerous. Who can eat raw potatoes & who can't?

Chrysanthemums for grave planting

Chrysanthemums for grave planting

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

With their magnificent flowers, chrysanthemums are ideal grave plants for autumn. The easy-care plants offer the right variety for every taste

White coating on the leaves of the chrysanthemum

White coating on the leaves of the chrysanthemum

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The popular chrysanthemums can be affected by powdery mildew in dry conditions. You can counteract fungal infestation with home remedies

Chrysanthemums as a dry bouquet

Chrysanthemums as a dry bouquet

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

A dry bouquet of chrysanthemums brings color into your home in winter. A quick drying process prevents mold and preserves the colors

Repot chrysanthemums correctly

Repot chrysanthemums correctly

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Potted chrysanthemums need to be repotted at regular intervals. With the right substrate, your plants will bloom profusely in the fall

Planting and caring for spider chrysanthemums

Planting and caring for spider chrysanthemums

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The delicate flowers of the spider chrysanthemum delight in many colors. The easy-care plants are suitable for balconies and gardens

Chrysanthemums and their doppelgängers

Chrysanthemums and their doppelgängers

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Chrysanthemums are part of the daisy family. Some related species of daisy family have similar flowers, such as chrysanthemums

Feeding damage to chrysanthemums

Feeding damage to chrysanthemums

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Chrysanthemums are popular not only with people but also with animals. To ensure that the plants are not eaten, they need the right protection

Removing a forsythia - this is how you should proceed

Removing a forsythia - this is how you should proceed

Last modified: 2025-10-04 22:10

In this article we will show you how to permanently remove a forsythia bush and its roots, from which new bushes often sprout

The forsythia blooms in autumn: that's why

The forsythia blooms in autumn: that's why

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article we explain why forsythia begins to bloom in autumn and how this debilitating phenomenon for the tree can be prevented

The forsythia was cut incorrectly - what now?

The forsythia was cut incorrectly - what now?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article we explain why forsythia are cut back incorrectly and how you can carry out this work correctly to maintain their flowering

The forsythia: A valuable indicator plant for gardeners

The forsythia: A valuable indicator plant for gardeners

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In this article we clarify whether the golden-yellow flowering forsythia belong to the indicator plants and what work the forsythia flower shows us

Calathea in hydroponics - repotting and care

Calathea in hydroponics - repotting and care

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Calathea has quite high demands on humidity and watering. Switching to hydroponics makes it easier to properly care for plants

Calathea - Saving your plant from dying

Calathea - Saving your plant from dying

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

If the Calathea is cared for incorrectly, the plant can quickly suffer major damage. With a few simple measures you can often save the plant

Calathea - Imposing green for dark locations

Calathea - Imposing green for dark locations

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Many houseplants do not thrive in dark indoor places. You can quickly green up such locations with an impressive Calathea

Calathea - living plant

Calathea - living plant

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Calathea has movable joints between the leaves and stems. This means that the leaves close at dusk and remain closed at night

The right substrate for Calathea

The right substrate for Calathea

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With the right substrate mix you can promote the growth of your calathea. To do this, coconut fibers and various rocks are mixed with the potting soil

White spots on the Calathea

White spots on the Calathea

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Calathea is a demanding plant from the rainforests of South America. If care is made incorrectly, an infestation with spider mites can quickly occur

Calathea in the bedroom

Calathea in the bedroom

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Air-purifying plants improve the climate in the rooms. The Calathea emits little CO2 at night and can therefore also be kept in the bedroom

Calathea leaves sticky due to lice

Calathea leaves sticky due to lice

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The Calathea is often referred to as the diva among plants. If care is made incorrectly, a sticky film caused by lice can quickly appear on the leaves

The leaves of my Calathea are breaking

The leaves of my Calathea are breaking

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The Calathea needs constant moisture. When watering, you must ensure that the soil is evenly moist so that the leaves do not bend over

Dry leaves on the Calathea

Dry leaves on the Calathea

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Calathea is a demanding plant whose leaves dry out quickly if care is made incorrectly. In many cases the plants can still be saved

Meaning of Calathea in plant language

Meaning of Calathea in plant language

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The leaves of the Calathea stand up at night and fold down again during the day. That's why the plant represents a new, positive beginning

Calathea with velvety leaves

Calathea with velvety leaves

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Some species of Calathea have leaves with a velvety surface. These basket marants are characterized by a beautiful texture

Calathea as a leaf decoration in the bathroom

Calathea as a leaf decoration in the bathroom

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Calathea comes from tropical rainforests and requires high humidity. That's why the best place in the apartment is the bathroom

Brown tips on Miscanthus: That's what's behind it

Brown tips on Miscanthus: That's what's behind it

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Have you discovered brown leaf tips on your miscanthus? In this article you will find out why this is and what you can do

Miscanthus turns yellow

Miscanthus turns yellow

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

A miscanthus with yellow leaves is still attractive, but certainly not what its owner wants. Read what could be behind it

Planting distance for miscanthus

Planting distance for miscanthus

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

A young miscanthus does not stay small for long, so enough space must be planned for when planting. More about plant spacing