Plant species 2024, September

Cranesbill species at a glance: From blood red to Himalayan

Cranesbill species at a glance: From blood red to Himalayan

The cranesbill is one of the most species- and variety-rich garden and pot plants. Here you will find a list of the most beautiful geranium species

Apple Blossom Cranesbill: Soft pink beauty in the garden

Apple Blossom Cranesbill: Soft pink beauty in the garden

The cranesbill "Apple Blossom" is a very distinctive, delicate pink flowering and low-growing variety of the blood-red cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum)

When does the cranesbill bloom? Everything about their heyday

When does the cranesbill bloom? Everything about their heyday

The flowering period of the individual cranesbill species varies considerably. Here you will find an overview of the most important garden cranesbills

Cranesbill: Poisonous or harmless to humans and animals?

Cranesbill: Poisonous or harmless to humans and animals?

Find out here whether there are poisonous specimens among the many varieties of cranesbill or whether there are even edible ones

Cut back the cranesbill after flowering: Here's how it works

Cut back the cranesbill after flowering: Here's how it works

You should cut back the cranesbill after flowering to encourage it to bloom a second time. Overview of the species for which this is possible

Planting cranesbills: location, soil & care tips

Planting cranesbills: location, soil & care tips

To plant a cranesbill correctly, you should know the type and variety. In our overview you will find out which species needs which conditions

Cranesbill care: watering, cutting and winter hardiness

Cranesbill care: watering, cutting and winter hardiness

The cranesbill is a fairly undemanding plant and does not need much care. With us you will find care tips for different cranesbill species

Cranesbill: Versatile ground cover for your garden

Cranesbill: Versatile ground cover for your garden

Many cranesbill species are suitable as ground cover in borders or under shady trees. In our overview you will find recommended varieties

Propagating cranesbills: methods & instructions for success

Propagating cranesbills: methods & instructions for success

The cranesbill can be propagated by sowing, dividing or cuttings. However, not every method of propagation is suitable for every species

Cranesbill “Rozanne”: Care tips for he althy plants

Cranesbill “Rozanne”: Care tips for he althy plants

The cranesbill hybrid "Rozanne" is a very popular perennial for the garden and balcony. Our care tips will help you achieve lush blooms

Cutting the cranesbill: This is how you encourage the second flowering

Cutting the cranesbill: This is how you encourage the second flowering

The cranesbill actually doesn't need to be cut back, but you can often stimulate a second flowering by cutting it back early

Hardy Cranesbill: Perfect for beginner gardeners

Hardy Cranesbill: Perfect for beginner gardeners

The cranesbill is a very robust, flowering and growing perennial. Find out here whether it is also hardy

Cranesbill: Diverse leaves and their properties

Cranesbill: Diverse leaves and their properties

Some cranesbill species can be used as ornamental foliage perennials thanks to the intense autumn color of their leaves or their striking pattern

No flowers on the cranesbill? This is how it gets colorful again

No flowers on the cranesbill? This is how it gets colorful again

If the cranesbill doesn't bloom, there are various reasons. Often it is due to the wrong location or the flowering time is misjudged

Cranesbill Rozanne: Cutting for more flowers

Cranesbill Rozanne: Cutting for more flowers

The cranesbill hybrid "Rozanne" needs to be cut back regularly to encourage it to grow more densely

Propagating Cranesbill Rozanne: This is how it works

Propagating Cranesbill Rozanne: This is how it works

The popular cranesbill "Rozanne" can only be propagated by dividing the rootstock. Find out how to do it here

Jade bamboo in a pot: This is how the ideal pot planting works

Jade bamboo in a pot: This is how the ideal pot planting works

You can not only plant jade bamboo in the garden, but also keep it in a pot. Here you will find the best tips for this

Harvesting nettles: When, where and how best to do it?

Harvesting nettles: When, where and how best to do it?

Harvesting nettles needs to be learned. Here you can find out everything about the harvest period, occurrence, picking and subsequent use

Stinging nettle species: Discover the diversity in Germany

Stinging nettle species: Discover the diversity in Germany

Do you want to know which nettle is in front of you? Here you can read the characteristics of the different types of nettle

Stinging nettle manure: miracle cure for plants and pests

Stinging nettle manure: miracle cure for plants and pests

Everything you should know about the production, use, dosage and effectiveness of stinging nettle manure can be read here

Stinging nettle fertilizer: benefits for ornamental and useful plants explained

Stinging nettle fertilizer: benefits for ornamental and useful plants explained

Nettles for fertilization? Here you can find out everything about the use, production and effects of nettle fertilizer

Fighting aphids with stinging nettle: why, how and when?

Fighting aphids with stinging nettle: why, how and when?

How does nettle help against aphids? You can find out here how you can make the organic pesticide yourself and what you need to pay attention to when using it

Stinging nettles in the garden? Here's how to get rid of them effectively

Stinging nettles in the garden? Here's how to get rid of them effectively

What methods can be used to combat nettles? Are there permanent solutions? Find out more here

Poisonous nettle: myth or truth? An analysis

Poisonous nettle: myth or truth? An analysis

Whether consuming stinging nettle is really safe and what toxins it contains - you can read that in detail here

Stinging nettle harvest time: When is the best time?

Stinging nettle harvest time: When is the best time?

When should you harvest nettles? Do the harvest times for leaves, flowers and seeds differ?

The stinging nettle: Why is this medicinal plant so popular?

The stinging nettle: Why is this medicinal plant so popular?

How valuable the nettle is as a medicinal plant and what it helps against - you can read about it in detail here

Cranesbill in the garden: profile and growing tips

Cranesbill in the garden: profile and growing tips

In the cranesbill profile you will find the most important information about the popular flowering perennial, as well as many tips on planting and care

Cranesbill: Perfect choice of location for good growth

Cranesbill: Perfect choice of location for good growth

Each cranesbill species prefers a different location, although some are shade tolerant. With us you will find an overview

Divide cranesbills and reproduce successfully

Divide cranesbills and reproduce successfully

Many cranesbill species, especially the hybrids, can be wonderfully propagated and rejuvenated by division. We show you how it works

Nettle mulch: why is it so useful for the garden?

Nettle mulch: why is it so useful for the garden?

Is it worth mulching with nettles? You can find out the benefits of mulching with nettles and how to do it in detail here

Planting nettle: Ideal for harvest, tea and manure

Planting nettle: Ideal for harvest, tea and manure

What should you consider when growing stinging nettles? Here you can read everything about the location, substrate, sowing, plant neighbors and more

Picking nettles: How to do it correctly & without pain

Picking nettles: How to do it correctly & without pain

How to pick the nettles without burning yourself, what time is best and where to find these plants - you can find out all this here

Stinging nettle recipes: skillfully combine benefits and taste

Stinging nettle recipes: skillfully combine benefits and taste

How can the nettle be processed after harvesting? Read how spinach, tea and manure are made from it

Stinging nettle as an indicator plant: What does it reveal about the soil?

Stinging nettle as an indicator plant: What does it reveal about the soil?

Find out here what it means when you encounter stinging nettles in large quantities! What do they indicate and what should be taken into account?

Eco-herbicides: Eliminate weeds with nettle manure

Eco-herbicides: Eliminate weeds with nettle manure

Many organic farmers have known this for a long time. Get to know the function of the nettle as a weed killer! Read this article

Stinging nettles in your own garden: advantages and tips

Stinging nettles in your own garden: advantages and tips

There are several reasons why it can make sense to grow stinging nettle. Read here what they are and how to do it

Nettle flowering time: Discover its diverse flowering phases

Nettle flowering time: Discover its diverse flowering phases

You can hardly see them, but they are still important - the flowers of the nettle. When does flowering start and when does it end?

Stinging nettle or dead nettle? Important features for comparison

Stinging nettle or dead nettle? Important features for comparison

Here you will find out the most obvious differences and the most well-known similarities between the stinging nettle and the dead nettle

Eating nettle: He althy, tasty and versatile

Eating nettle: He althy, tasty and versatile

Can you eat nettles despite having stinging hairs? What possible uses are there in the kitchen? Get tips on eating nettles here

Stinging nettle profile: Everything you need to know about the medicinal plant

Stinging nettle profile: Everything you need to know about the medicinal plant

Find all the facts you should know about the nettle here in profile format. Also explanations of features and location requirements