Plant species

Lilies in the garden: This is how the aristocratic flowers thrive

Lilies in the garden: This is how the aristocratic flowers thrive

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Lilies are not only popular as cut flowers. Find out more about the fragrant beauties, their characteristics and how to care for them here

Beautify the greenhouse: Tips for a fresh look

Beautify the greenhouse: Tips for a fresh look

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Some of the many ideas for beautifying the greenhouse are very easy to put into practice. All you need is a little time and good weather

Peonies on the balcony: This is how it will be a success

Peonies on the balcony: This is how it will be a success

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Peonies also thrive on the balcony. Find out here what location conditions and care the beautiful flower requires

Christmas rose in a pot: tips for optimal growth and care

Christmas rose in a pot: tips for optimal growth and care

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Christmas roses can also be grown in pots. However, the plant needs care and winter protection. Here you will find tips for keeping them in the bucket

Exotic lilies: This is how they last a long time in the vase

Exotic lilies: This is how they last a long time in the vase

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Lilies are popular cut flowers. Read here what you should pay attention to when buying or cutting yourself & how to care for the flowers in the vase

Caring for lilies in pots: tips for balconies and apartments

Caring for lilies in pots: tips for balconies and apartments

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Lilies also thrive in pots. Find out here about the ideal location, substrate, suitable varieties, care and much more

Growing lilies from seeds: step by step instructions

Growing lilies from seeds: step by step instructions

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Find out here about the characteristics of lily seeds, their ripening time and germination ability and read our instructions for sowing

Exotic attraction: Discover the variety of lily flowers

Exotic attraction: Discover the variety of lily flowers

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The flower of the lily is delicate and beautiful. What characteristics do the flowers have? What are the differences between the different types of lilies?

Attention daffodil lovers: The most beautiful daffodil species

Attention daffodil lovers: The most beautiful daffodil species

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Which types of daffodils are most popular among gardeners? We will introduce you to recommended, exceptional varieties with their characteristics

Everything about daffodils: profile, care and special features

Everything about daffodils: profile, care and special features

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Our daffodil profile gives you a rough overview of their most important characteristics, appearance and peculiarities

Water correctly: This is how daffodils stay he althy and happy

Water correctly: This is how daffodils stay he althy and happy

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

How to water your daffodils as potted and outdoor plants. Read more about water, watering frequency, ideal environment & Tolerance to waterlogging

Rooting powder: application and benefits for plants

Rooting powder: application and benefits for plants

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Rooting powder consists of various substances and is intended to help develop roots. We'll show you here whether and how this works

Barberry: The berry for muesli, rice dishes and jam

Barberry: The berry for muesli, rice dishes and jam

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

This is how barberry enriches your food. Here you will find out which parts of the plant are edible, what the berries taste like and what you can use them for

Getting rid of gray garden bugs: prevention and control

Getting rid of gray garden bugs: prevention and control

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The gray garden bug is a species of bug native to us, but - unlike the marmorated stink bug - is not considered a pest

Lacewing larvae: Natural pest control in the garden

Lacewing larvae: Natural pest control in the garden

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Lacewing larvae are voracious predators that eat up to 500 aphids per larva. This article reveals how you can use the aphid lion effectively

House spider: Is its bite dangerous for humans?

House spider: Is its bite dangerous for humans?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In most cases, the bite of the house spider is completely harmless and only causes slight redness. Complications rarely occur

Hornets nocturnal: behavior, reasons and tips

Hornets nocturnal: behavior, reasons and tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Hornets not only fly during the day, but are also active at night. During this time, their predators are asleep and they can hunt in peace

Green potatoes: poisonous or safe to eat?

Green potatoes: poisonous or safe to eat?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Are green potatoes edible or poisonous? - This guide reveals when and why green-skinned potatoes are harmful to your he alth

Breeding water fleas in the rain barrel: Easy & worthwhile

Breeding water fleas in the rain barrel: Easy & worthwhile

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

If you want to raise water fleas yourself, a rain barrel is particularly suitable. Find out here how to proceed with cultivation

Pumping water from a rain barrel: Simple instructions & tips

Pumping water from a rain barrel: Simple instructions & tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

To save costs, it is recommended to pump out the rain barrel. Are you unsure about the procedure? Here you will find useful tips

Stinky water in rain barrel: uncovering causes & solutions

Stinky water in rain barrel: uncovering causes & solutions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

It is often unavoidable that garbage cans stink. However, if the rain barrel smells, treatment is needed. Here you will find helpful tips

Drip hose and rain barrel: clever garden irrigation

Drip hose and rain barrel: clever garden irrigation

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Many plants tolerate gentle watering better than the hard jet of the garden hose. Build your own rain barrel drip hose

Beautify the rain barrel: Creative ideas for the garden

Beautify the rain barrel: Creative ideas for the garden

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Worthwhile but not very visually appealing: the rain barrel in the garden. If you would like to beautify your copy, you will find tips here

Hide the rain barrel: Clever ideas for your garden

Hide the rain barrel: Clever ideas for your garden

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Rain barrels are useful, but they don't always look nice. Find out here what hiding places your garden offers to maintain its beautiful appearance

Rain barrel leaking? Here's how to repair them properly

Rain barrel leaking? Here's how to repair them properly

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

A broken rain barrel is unusable, but it doesn't necessarily have to be thrown away. With these steps you can easily repair your model

Painting the rain barrel: Tips for an individual look

Painting the rain barrel: Tips for an individual look

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The choice of color for a rain barrel has far more meaning than just creating a beautiful look. Find out here what is important when painting

Connect the rain barrel: This is how you make optimal use of the rainwater

Connect the rain barrel: This is how you make optimal use of the rainwater

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

By connecting your rain barrels, you can collect water even more economically. Here you can find out how to make the overflow protection yourself

Sealing the tap on the rain barrel: expert tips & tricks

Sealing the tap on the rain barrel: expert tips & tricks

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

When attaching the outlet tap to the rain barrel, you must not forget to seal it. Here you will find out what you need and how to proceed

Watering effectively: Connect the rain barrel and hose correctly

Watering effectively: Connect the rain barrel and hose correctly

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In many cases it is easier to direct the water out or into the rain barrel with a hose. On this page you can read how to connect it

Cleaning the rain barrel: This is how it works quickly and effectively

Cleaning the rain barrel: This is how it works quickly and effectively

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Even with the rain barrel, you can't avoid it: you have to clean the container several times a year. How and with what means you can read on this page

Rain barrel overflowing: causes and effective solutions

Rain barrel overflowing: causes and effective solutions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

You actually wanted to use all of the rainwater, but your rain barrel is overflowing. Read here how you can store water without loss

Rain barrel in winter: How to avoid frost damage

Rain barrel in winter: How to avoid frost damage

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

To ensure that your rain barrel survives the winter unscathed, you should take special measures. On this page you will find valuable tips

Simple DIY pond filter: Use the rain barrel as a base

Simple DIY pond filter: Use the rain barrel as a base

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Find out on this page how you can use your rain barrel to build your own pond filter. With our instructions you can do it in no time

Making the rain barrel frost-proof: Practical tips & tricks

Making the rain barrel frost-proof: Practical tips & tricks

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Read on this page how to prepare your rain barrel for the winter. If you want it to still be intact next year, frost protection is important

Burying a rain barrel: step by step instructions

Burying a rain barrel: step by step instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

A rain barrel does not always fit visually into the garden. You can hide your specimen with a simple trick: bury it. Here you can read how

Disposing of rain barrels: options and regulations

Disposing of rain barrels: options and regulations

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

The old rain barrel has had its day? But where should the plastic go now? Can the material perhaps even be recycled? You can find out this and more here

Filling the rain barrel: When and why it makes sense

Filling the rain barrel: When and why it makes sense

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Fill a water barrel? Isn't that what the rain does? We'll tell you what the procedure is useful for and have another interesting suggestion

Planting a rain barrel: Creative ideas & suitable plants

Planting a rain barrel: Creative ideas & suitable plants

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Would you like to visually enhance your rain barrel? How about planting the tub? Find out on this page which plants are suitable

Emptying the rain barrel with a hose: Here's how to do it correctly

Emptying the rain barrel with a hose: Here's how to do it correctly

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Emptying the rain barrel by skimming the water is quite laborious. It's much easier with a hose. Read here how to proceed

Setting up a rain barrel: step-by-step instructions & tips

Setting up a rain barrel: step-by-step instructions & tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

In order to use a rain barrel effectively, you should choose its location carefully. Read here what else you need to consider when setting it up