Plant species 2024, September

Build your own square rain barrel: space-saving and individual

Build your own square rain barrel: space-saving and individual

Square rain barrels are not often found in the garden. They offer some advantages. Learn here how to build one yourself and what benefits arise

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

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

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

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

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

Planting a rain barrel: Creative ideas & suitable plants

Planting a rain barrel: Creative ideas & suitable plants

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

Filling the rain barrel: When and why it makes sense

Filling the rain barrel: When and why it makes sense

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

Disposing of rain barrels: options and regulations

Disposing of rain barrels: options and regulations

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

Burying a rain barrel: step by step instructions

Burying a rain barrel: step by step instructions

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rain barrel in winter: How to avoid frost damage

Rain barrel in winter: How to avoid frost damage

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

Rain barrel overflowing: causes and effective solutions

Rain barrel overflowing: causes and effective solutions

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

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

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

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

Watering effectively: Connect the rain barrel and hose correctly

Watering effectively: Connect the rain barrel and hose correctly

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

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

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

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

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

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

Painting the rain barrel: Tips for an individual look

Painting the rain barrel: Tips for an individual look

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

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

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

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

Hide the rain barrel: Clever ideas for your garden

Hide the rain barrel: Clever ideas for your garden

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

Beautify the rain barrel: Creative ideas for the garden

Beautify the rain barrel: Creative ideas for the garden

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

Drip hose and rain barrel: clever garden irrigation

Drip hose and rain barrel: clever garden irrigation

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

Stinky water in rain barrel: uncovering causes & solutions

Stinky water in rain barrel: uncovering causes & solutions

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

Pumping water from a rain barrel: Simple instructions & tips

Pumping water from a rain barrel: Simple instructions & tips

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

Breeding water fleas in the rain barrel: Easy & worthwhile

Breeding water fleas in the rain barrel: Easy & worthwhile

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

Green potatoes: poisonous or safe to eat?

Green potatoes: poisonous or safe to eat?

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

Hornets nocturnal: behavior, reasons and tips

Hornets nocturnal: behavior, reasons and tips

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

House spider: Is its bite dangerous for humans?

House spider: Is its bite dangerous for humans?

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

Lacewing larvae: Natural pest control in the garden

Lacewing larvae: Natural pest control in the garden

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

Getting rid of gray garden bugs: prevention and control

Getting rid of gray garden bugs: prevention and control

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

Barberry: The berry for muesli, rice dishes and jam

Barberry: The berry for muesli, rice dishes and jam

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

Rooting powder: application and benefits for plants

Rooting powder: application and benefits for plants

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

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

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

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

Everything about daffodils: profile, care and special features

Everything about daffodils: profile, care and special features

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

Attention daffodil lovers: The most beautiful daffodil species

Attention daffodil lovers: The most beautiful daffodil species

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

Exotic attraction: Discover the variety of lily flowers

Exotic attraction: Discover the variety of lily flowers

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?

Growing lilies from seeds: step by step instructions

Growing lilies from seeds: step by step instructions

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

Caring for lilies in pots: tips for balconies and apartments

Caring for lilies in pots: tips for balconies and apartments

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Beautify the greenhouse: Tips for a fresh look

Beautify the greenhouse: Tips for a fresh look

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