Plant species

Propagating an olive tree yourself: This is how it works

Propagating an olive tree yourself: This is how it works

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Olives can be propagated vegetatively and via the seeds of fresh, fully ripe fruits. We will show you how to successfully grow a new tree

Peach Amsden - an ancient and disease-resistant peach variety

Peach Amsden - an ancient and disease-resistant peach variety

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The Amsden peach is a very old and hardy variety. Its white-fleshed, juicy fruits ripen in July

Peaches of the Pilot variety: optimal choice of location and care

Peaches of the Pilot variety: optimal choice of location and care

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The German peach variety Pilot has been producing rich yields since 1971. The tree is very robust, frost-hardy and not very sensitive to curl disease

Red Haven Peaches: Everything about the popular variety

Red Haven Peaches: Everything about the popular variety

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The Red Haven peach is widespread. The large, yellow-fleshed fruits are quite undemanding, but need to be pruned regularly

Peach Rubira: Special features, taste & care instructions

Peach Rubira: Special features, taste & care instructions

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The Rubira peach is a real rarity and is a real eye-catcher in the garden with its red leaves and lush flowers

Frost-hard peaches? Discover the Flamingo variety

Frost-hard peaches? Discover the Flamingo variety

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The Flamingo peach impresses with its juicy, yellow-fleshed fruits. In contrast to other peach varieties, it also impresses with its frost-hardy flowers

Peach: The exciting origin of the delicious stone fruit

Peach: The exciting origin of the delicious stone fruit

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The peach has been cultivated for many millennia and has been known in Germany for 200 years. There are some old and robust German peach varieties

Peach Harrow Beauty: Aromatic and disease resistant

Peach Harrow Beauty: Aromatic and disease resistant

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The Harrow Beauty peach is less susceptible to curl disease. In our guide you will find tips for choosing a location and harvesting this variety

Planting a peach tree: tips for location and care

Planting a peach tree: tips for location and care

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Our comprehensive guide gives tried-and-tested tips for the correct planting and optimal care of a peach tree

Optimal location for peach trees: What to pay attention to?

Optimal location for peach trees: What to pay attention to?

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Choosing the optimal location for a peach tree is not easy. We'll tell you what you need to pay attention to and which varieties are suitable

Fertilizing olive trees: How and when does it make sense?

Fertilizing olive trees: How and when does it make sense?

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Fertilizing an olive tree properly is not that easy. Determining the right amount for such a tree depends primarily on its age

Growing peaches from pits: step-by-step instructions

Growing peaches from pits: step-by-step instructions

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You don't need to throw peach pits in the trash right away. With a little luck and good care, you can grow a great peach tree out of it

Growing olive trees: Get started successfully with these tips

Growing olive trees: Get started successfully with these tips

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Growing your own olive tree is not difficult - our comprehensive, tried-and-tested guide will show you how to do it

Scale insects on olive trees: How do I recognize and combat them?

Scale insects on olive trees: How do I recognize and combat them?

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Is your olive tree infested with scale insects? In our guide you can read how you can recognize and combat the pests

Accelerate olive tree growth: tips & tricks

Accelerate olive tree growth: tips & tricks

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Olives grow extremely slowly, but can also get very old. Read our guide on how you can help your olive grow

Are olive trees suitable as houseplants? Facts & Tips

Are olive trees suitable as houseplants? Facts & Tips

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Can I keep an olive tree as a houseplant? Read our guide to find out why this isn't a good idea and what alternatives there are

Grow your own olive tree: From seed to impressive tree

Grow your own olive tree: From seed to impressive tree

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Growing an olive tree is not difficult. Getting to the seeds is much more complicated. We'll show you what you should pay attention to

Olive Tree Roots: Adaptability & Care Tips

Olive Tree Roots: Adaptability & Care Tips

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Olive tree roots - The Mediterranean is extremely well adapted to dry soils. We'll tell you how to properly care for the tree and roots

Is the olive tree hardy? So it defies frost and cold

Is the olive tree hardy? So it defies frost and cold

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Are olives hardy? Our guide will tell you how much frost olives can tolerate and how you can make the Mediterranean plants winter-proof

Help, my olive tree is losing leaves! What can I do?

Help, my olive tree is losing leaves! What can I do?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

My olive tree is losing leaves - what to do? In our guide we get to the bottom of the causes and tell you what you can do about it

Olive tree: Ideal conditions for temperature and location

Olive tree: Ideal conditions for temperature and location

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Olives love hot temperatures, but not cold and lack of light. Our guide has tried-and-tested tips for wintering properly

Help! My olive tree is drying up! - You can do that now

Help! My olive tree is drying up! - You can do that now

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You don't have to throw away a dry olive tree straight away. Instead, read our guide on how you can save your tree

Olive tree trunk: Fascinating growth forms & care tips

Olive tree trunk: Fascinating growth forms & care tips

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Old olives have an impressive, gnarled trunk. Our guide will tell you about the growth of olives and diseases of the trunk

Repotting the olive tree perfectly: instructions & valuable tips

Repotting the olive tree perfectly: instructions & valuable tips

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Our guide gives you tried-and-tested tips for repotting an olive tree. You will also learn how you can prune the vigorous roots

How to successfully grow olive trees from seeds: Our instructions

How to successfully grow olive trees from seeds: Our instructions

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Can you grow an olive tree yourself from seeds? Our guide will show you how to grow an olive from a seed - and how to get seeds

Olive tree pests: recognize, prevent and combat

Olive tree pests: recognize, prevent and combat

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Olives are robust plants that are rarely attacked by pests. Our guide explains the olive pests and how you can get rid of them

Olive harvest - traditional and modern

Olive harvest - traditional and modern

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When is the right time to harvest the olives? And what can I do with the fruit? Our guide reveals everything you need to know about the olive

Preserving olives: This is how the taste is preserved

Preserving olives: This is how the taste is preserved

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You can preserve olives yourself - our guide reveals how to properly process fresh olives. You will also find delicious recipes to try out

Future of olive cultivation: Is Germany an option?

Future of olive cultivation: Is Germany an option?

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Traditional olive cultivation has shaped the landscape of the Mediterranean countries. However, industrial plantations destroy landscapes and the environment

Planting an olive tree: How does it work in Germany?

Planting an olive tree: How does it work in Germany?

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What do I have to consider if I want to plant my olive tree? In our guide you will find instructions for successful free-range farming

Olive tree bonsai: How to design your own dwarf tree

Olive tree bonsai: How to design your own dwarf tree

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The robust olive trees are ideal for growing into an artistic bonsai. We show you how it works

Olive tree in a pot: This is how it thrives on balconies and terraces

Olive tree in a pot: This is how it thrives on balconies and terraces

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Can you keep an olive tree on the balcony? Our guide will tell you how to optimally care for your olive tree on the balcony or terrace

Olive tree in winter: frost protection & wintering tips

Olive tree in winter: frost protection & wintering tips

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Olives usually tolerate light frost well - if it doesn't last long. Read how to protect your tree from frost and overwinter it properly

Olive tree fertilization: Why a second tree makes sense

Olive tree fertilization: Why a second tree makes sense

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How does fertilization work in an olive tree? With the help of our tips, you too will soon be able to harvest fresh olives from your own olive tree

Set Mediterranean accents: plant an olive tree in the garden

Set Mediterranean accents: plant an olive tree in the garden

Last modified: 2025-01-23 11:01

Having an olive tree in your garden is quite unusual in Germany. However, it is possible in regions with a mild climate and lots of sunshine

Olive tree in winter: heating, covering or both?

Olive tree in winter: heating, covering or both?

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Does heating make sense for olive trees? We will tell you when you should install a plant heater and when it is not necessary

Hojiblanca olive tree: origin, care and cold resistance

Hojiblanca olive tree: origin, care and cold resistance

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Olive tree Hojiblanca - Hojiblanca is a traditional variety from Andalusia. Read everything you need to know about different types of olives and their cultivation

Watering the olive tree: This is how it stays he althy and strong

Watering the olive tree: This is how it stays he althy and strong

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Olives come from a dry climate, which is why they need little water. We'll show you how to water olives correctly

Olive tree fungus infestation: causes, symptoms & treatment

Olive tree fungus infestation: causes, symptoms & treatment

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Olives are quite susceptible to fungal attack. You can use our profile to identify and treat the various fungal diseases

Olive tree in Germany: cultivation, care and wintering

Olive tree in Germany: cultivation, care and wintering

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The olive tree has developed into a popular potted plant in Germany. In our guide you will find tips on care, breeding and keeping