Plant species 2024, September

Hole in the flower pot? Instructions for sealing & repairing

Hole in the flower pot? Instructions for sealing & repairing

The hole in the bottom of the flower pot is only loosely covered so that the water can drain away. Read here how best to proceed

Calculate flower pot liters: It’s that easy

Calculate flower pot liters: It’s that easy

To calculate the volume of a flower pot, you rely on the help of mathematics. Read here which formulas you can use to get the result

Repairing a flower pot: step by step instructions

Repairing a flower pot: step by step instructions

Broken or cracked flower pots can often be repaired. Read here what you need for the repair and how best to proceed

Flower pot without a hole? Here's how to drill it correctly

Flower pot without a hole? Here's how to drill it correctly

Flower pots without holes are not suitable for cultivating plants due to the occurrence of waterlogging. Learn how to drill the hole here

Design your own hanging flower pots: This is how it works

Design your own hanging flower pots: This is how it works

You can easily make a hanging device for flower pots yourself. Find out about the options and read how to proceed

DIY Project: How to Create a Flower Pot Pyramid

DIY Project: How to Create a Flower Pot Pyramid

To make a flower pot pyramid yourself, only a few materials are necessary. Read here how to proceed

Make your own flower pot: Creative ideas for your home

Make your own flower pot: Creative ideas for your home

You can make a flower pot yourself with little effort. Read here what options you have and how you can proceed

Creative DIY coasters for flower pots: how to do it?

Creative DIY coasters for flower pots: how to do it?

There are many ways to make a flower pot coaster yourself. Find out more about the options here & how to make a concrete coaster

Drainage in the flower pot: How to avoid waterlogging

Drainage in the flower pot: How to avoid waterlogging

Drainage for the flower pot makes sense as it prevents waterlogging. Read here which material you use and how to proceed

Beautify flower pots: creative ideas and tips

Beautify flower pots: creative ideas and tips

Decorating a flower pot is a creative craft where there are no limits to your imagination. Find out more about the techniques here

Packing flower pots in style: ideas & instructions

Packing flower pots in style: ideas & instructions

To pack a flower pot, all you need is creativity and a few craft supplies. Learn about two options here

Waterproof flower pots: DIY instructions and waterproofing

Waterproof flower pots: DIY instructions and waterproofing

You can make your flower pot waterproof using simple means. Find out more about your options and how to proceed here

Drainage in a flower pot without a hole: How to do it correctly

Drainage in a flower pot without a hole: How to do it correctly

Drainage in a flower pot without a hole makes sense to avoid waterlogging in the pot. However, you should water sparingly

DIY: Create a water-storing flower pot yourself

DIY: Create a water-storing flower pot yourself

You can build a water reservoir for a flower pot yourself using simple means. Read here what you need and how best to proceed

Flea beetles in the flower pot: This is how you fight the pests

Flea beetles in the flower pot: This is how you fight the pests

Flea beetles cause significant plant damage and should be controlled. Read how to avoid chemicals and combat pests in an environmentally friendly way

Brown mushrooms in flowerpots: causes, effects & solutions

Brown mushrooms in flowerpots: causes, effects & solutions

Every now and then brown mushrooms appear in the flower pot. Read here about immediate measures and what you can do to avoid fungi

Building a bumblebee nest in a flower pot: Simple instructions & tips

Building a bumblebee nest in a flower pot: Simple instructions & tips

Bumblebees are among the first pollinators in spring. To attract bumblebees, you can build a nest for them. Read here what options are available to you

Colorful highlights: Plant large flower pots creatively

Colorful highlights: Plant large flower pots creatively

Planting a large flower pot requires a good concept to achieve the optimal effect. Find out here what you can use to decoratively plant a large pot

Barberry in the pot: Tips for optimal maintenance and care

Barberry in the pot: Tips for optimal maintenance and care

Barberry in a pot offers these advantages. The shrub has a number of advantages that make it a wonderful container plant

Potato blight: prevention and control of the fungal disease

Potato blight: prevention and control of the fungal disease

Potato blight - also known as late blight - is a fungal plant disease that can destroy the entire crop. Here's how to fight them

NPK fertilizer: effect, application and possible dangers

NPK fertilizer: effect, application and possible dangers

NPK fertilizers bring benefits when used correctly. We will explain to you what you need to pay attention to and what dangers can arise

Recognizing neophytes: What types are there and what to do?

Recognizing neophytes: What types are there and what to do?

Neophytes have two faces. Read here why such species are not a new phenomenon and how you should deal with such plants

Bamboo hanging down: causes and solutions

Bamboo hanging down: causes and solutions

What's behind the fact that the stalks overhang the bamboo? What can you do about it and are there any types of bamboo that naturally grow overhanging?

Cat owners beware: How to protect your plants

Cat owners beware: How to protect your plants

It's always a nuisance when a cat digs in a flower pot. Find out more here about the options available to drive away uninvited guests

Broken flower pot? Instructions for planting & decoration

Broken flower pot? Instructions for planting & decoration

Even a broken flower pot can still be planted decoratively. Read here about different options, what you need and how best to proceed

Fungal infestation in flower pots: detect, combat, prevent

Fungal infestation in flower pots: detect, combat, prevent

White, brown or yellow mushrooms have no place in flower pots. Read about countermeasures and how you can avoid fungus formation here

Help! Centipedes in my houseplants: what now?

Help! Centipedes in my houseplants: what now?

Centipedes have no place in flower pots as they damage the plants. Learn more about centipedes and the different ways to combat them here

Infestation in the flower pot: How to get rid of white pests

Infestation in the flower pot: How to get rid of white pests

Small white animals in the flower pot are often only noticed when watering. Read here how to combat the pests

Mini garden in a flower pot: How do you create a mini oasis?

Mini garden in a flower pot: How do you create a mini oasis?

Creating a mini garden in a flower pot requires little material. Read here how and in what way you can design the mini garden

Beautify plastic flower pots: creative ideas & instructions

Beautify plastic flower pots: creative ideas & instructions

There are a variety of options for beautifying a plastic flower pot. Find out more about materials and how to proceed here

Earthworm in a flower pot: causes, problems & solutions

Earthworm in a flower pot: causes, problems & solutions

Earthworms in flower pots are not a threatening pest infestation, but should be relocated. Why and how, read here

Snails in flower pots: causes & effective countermeasures

Snails in flower pots: causes & effective countermeasures

Snails don't belong in the flower pot. Read here how you can prevent snail infestation and get rid of existing specimens

Mold in flower pots: causes, elimination and prevention

Mold in flower pots: causes, elimination and prevention

Mold in flower pots must be combated immediately. Read here what resources are available to you and how best to proceed

Discovered a rose beetle in a flower pot? This is how you act correctly

Discovered a rose beetle in a flower pot? This is how you act correctly

Rose beetle larvae have no place in flower pots because they eat the plant roots due to lack of food. Learn more about rose beetles and how to get rid of its larvae here

Vegetables in a pot: Can you use potting soil for them?

Vegetables in a pot: Can you use potting soil for them?

Potting soil can be used for growing vegetables if it is enriched with mature compost and fertilized regularly. Read more about soils and their composition here

Garden decorations made from old wood: creative ideas & tips

Garden decorations made from old wood: creative ideas & tips

On this page you will find creative tips for garden decorations made from old wood. Be inspired by the ideas and recreate the instructions

Burning leaves: Is this allowed and what should you pay attention to?

Burning leaves: Is this allowed and what should you pay attention to?

The easiest way to dispose of leaves is to burn them. What was once common practice is now subject to regulations that you should be aware of

Removing leaves: effective methods and helpful tips

Removing leaves: effective methods and helpful tips

For some people it means pure effort, for others they enjoy the work. With the right tricks, removing leaves will be child's play for you too

Composting leaves: why and how to do it correctly

Composting leaves: why and how to do it correctly

Before you dispose of your leaves, you should create a compost heap. Because the fallen leaves have great benefits for your garden

Dispose of autumn leaves conveniently and properly: This is how it works

Dispose of autumn leaves conveniently and properly: This is how it works

Collecting leaves isn't enough. The pile of leaves must then be disposed of. You can read how best to do this on this page