Plant species 2024, September

What should you do if you have an oak processionary moth infestation?

What should you do if you have an oak processionary moth infestation?

For several years now, the voracious caterpillars of the oak processionary moth have not only appeared in large numbers in forests. This is what you can do against the pest

From the life of the storm animals

From the life of the storm animals

Storm animals become a nuisance on sultry summer days. We'll explain everything about their lifestyle and what tricks make your life easier

Sow vegetables directly outdoors

Sow vegetables directly outdoors

In this article you will learn what you should pay attention to when sowing vegetables directly. We will explain to you how to sow successfully outdoors

Create a self-sufficient garden

Create a self-sufficient garden

If you create a self-sufficient garden, you need a lot of space - and good planning. Read about the best way to proceed and what you should pay attention to

Getting to know the rose beetle

Getting to know the rose beetle

Rose beetles are fascinating and stand out with their dazzling colors. They are very useful in the garden, but can also be kept in the terrarium

Understanding and tricking fruit flies

Understanding and tricking fruit flies

Fruit flies are annoying, but fighting them doesn't require much effort. This is how you get the plague under control - with tips on similar species

Recognize a bumblebee nest and deal with it correctly

Recognize a bumblebee nest and deal with it correctly

Do you have a bumblebee nest in your garden? Get to know it inside and out here and find out when and how it makes sense to have it removed

German cockroach – Dangerous pest in the kitchen

German cockroach – Dangerous pest in the kitchen

Cockroaches cause disgust and displeasure. Here you can find out everything about the German cockroach's lifestyle and how you can stop the pests

German Wasp - Life for the Welfare State

German Wasp - Life for the Welfare State

Many people are afraid of wasps. We will explain to you why this fear is unfounded and how you can live peacefully with the German wasp

Fight woodworm effectively - guide explains best practices

Fight woodworm effectively - guide explains best practices

Fight woodworm without poison. - Read the useful tips guide & Tricks against house beetle and other wood pests

Lacewings: The beautiful beneficial insects

Lacewings: The beautiful beneficial insects

Lacewings are useful helpers in plant breeding. We provide insights into the lifestyle of the iridescent insects - with tips for promoting them

How dangerous is a hornet sting?

How dangerous is a hornet sting?

Are hornets and their stings really as dangerous as is often claimed? You can get answers and lots of other useful information here

The Secret Life of the Great Angle Spider

The Secret Life of the Great Angle Spider

Who is behind the large angle spider? We will enlighten you and show you why the animal is far better than its reputation

Creating a flower bed correctly - ideas, tips and instructions for beginners

Creating a flower bed correctly - ideas, tips and instructions for beginners

How to properly create a flower bed. - Benefit from useful tips, ideas and instructions for beginners here. - This is how it works without digging and without weeds

Use parasitic wasps against pests

Use parasitic wasps against pests

The tiny parasitic wasps are ideal for biological and non-toxic control of pests in the home and garden

The secret life of the hoverfly

The secret life of the hoverfly

Hoverflies are beneficial insects. Get to know the most common species and their lifestyles - with tips for a hoverfly-friendly garden

The stink bug, which is a stink bug

The stink bug, which is a stink bug

Stink bugs have nothing in common with beetles. This is what you do if the insects have found their way into your apartment - with art portraits

The secret life of the woodlice

The secret life of the woodlice

Woodlice are easy to attract and remove. Read here what the crustaceans like and what makes them so special

Slope fixing: ideas, hints and tips

Slope fixing: ideas, hints and tips

There are a few options for fixing a slope on the property. Here you will find information, pictures and design ideas

Can bumblebees sting people?

Can bumblebees sting people?

Can bumblebees sting? - Read a well-founded answer here. - Learn if and when bumblebees sting people. - Practical tips for prevention

Portrait of the May beetle - lovable hummer with a lot of hunger

Portrait of the May beetle - lovable hummer with a lot of hunger

Cockchafer - Does it still fly? - Read about what cockchafers look and live in this portrait. - This is how a larva develops until its maiden flight

Use beechnuts deliciously

Use beechnuts deliciously

Beechnuts are not only pretty to look at, but also a valuable addition to the autumn kitchen. There is detailed information here

Fight flea beetles in the garden

Fight flea beetles in the garden

Fleas beetles are voracious pests that quickly eat up vegetable patches in particular. This is how you prevent an infestation or get rid of the animals

Organic gardening: More than just a trend

Organic gardening: More than just a trend

No matter whether on the roof terrace, in the home garden, on the balcony or on other suitable areas – organic gardening is literally “growing” in popularity. Instead of relying on chemicals and using pesticides to get rid of “pesky insects”, organic gardening has become a real trend.

Financing, creating and maintaining a meadow orchard

Financing, creating and maintaining a meadow orchard

From the basics and planning to creating, financing and maintaining - we will provide you with comprehensive information about the topic of orchards

Get rid of martens: home remedies, ultrasound, light and more

Get rid of martens: home remedies, ultrasound, light and more

Martens cause damage to roofs, walls and cars. You can find out here how you can get rid of a marten and keep it away permanently

The Asian lady beetle - How dangerous is it?

The Asian lady beetle - How dangerous is it?

Large colonies of Asian lady beetles are a concern. We explain to you why the beetles appear in large numbers and how you can protect yourself

Do hydroponics yourself

Do hydroponics yourself

Hydroponics is suitable for many popular houseplants and makes their care easier. This article reveals what you need to pay attention to

Hornets: gigantic but peaceful

Hornets: gigantic but peaceful

Hornets are protected and therefore may not be caught or killed. You can't just remove their nests either

Bumblebees - unique and important flight artists

Bumblebees - unique and important flight artists

Bumblebees carry important tasks. Read here why insects enrich your garden and how you can distinguish between the species and protect them

Do voles hibernate?

Do voles hibernate?

Do voles hibernate? Interesting facts about the activity of voles and how you can combat the pests in winter

Tips and tricks: How to get the garden ready for spring

Tips and tricks: How to get the garden ready for spring

When the new gardening season begins, there is a lot of gardening work to do. You can find out in detail what these are and how to carry them out professionally in this article

Set up a vole shot trap

Set up a vole shot trap

Do you want to kill a vole in the garden with a shot trap? Here you can find out how to set up the vole shot trap correctly

What are frost and cold germs?

What are frost and cold germs?

In this article, find out what cold germinators are, how you can eliminate the germination inhibition of these plants through stratification and how to sow the seeds correctly

Columbine also grows in the shade

Columbine also grows in the shade

Columbine is an easy-care perennial that, under certain circumstances, grows well even in shade. How to plant columbine when there is little sunlight

All home remedies for ants

All home remedies for ants

Ants can quickly become a pest in the house and garden. These home remedies and methods help best against the pests

Ants in the apartment - rights and obligations

Ants in the apartment - rights and obligations

Ants in the home are unpleasant and annoying for many people. Here you can find out what to do and what obligations exist on the landlord's side

Which ants nest in the house – determination and help

Which ants nest in the house – determination and help

Ants in the house don't necessarily have to be problematic. Read here which species occur in houses and when control is necessary

Japanese maple: How to combine it attractively

Japanese maple: How to combine it attractively

The most beautiful combinations with Japanese maplehostasazaleascranesbill % The best companion plants

Overwintering olive trees: This is how it works

Overwintering olive trees: This is how it works

Overwintering olive trees: outdoors, home and garden » Pruning ✓ Winter protection ✓ Fertilizing ✓ Watering and cutting ✓ (+hardy varieties)