Plants 2024, September

Hazelnut as a bonsai: design and care made easy

Hazelnut as a bonsai: design and care made easy

The hazelnut is relatively unknown as a bonsai. Find out here how you can shape the shrub by cutting and wiring - with care tips

Jade tree as a bonsai: care, shapes and choice of location

Jade tree as a bonsai: care, shapes and choice of location

The jade tree is considered an easy-care bonsai. We explain everything about location and care as well as design options through cutting

Pomegranate Bonsai: Instructions for care and design

Pomegranate Bonsai: Instructions for care and design

The pomegranate exudes a Mediterranean flair as a bonsai. Read here about cutting, wiring and care - with information about growth

Cork oak as a bonsai: design, care and location

Cork oak as a bonsai: design, care and location

The cork oak is grown as an evergreen bonsai. Here you can read everything about design options, location and care

Rhododendron Bonsai: care, design & suitable varieties

Rhododendron Bonsai: care, design & suitable varieties

Rhododendrons are very grateful plants as bonsai. Here you can find out which types are suitable and what you need to pay attention to when cutting and wiring

Conifer Bonsai: The best types for indoors and outdoors

Conifer Bonsai: The best types for indoors and outdoors

Conifers are popular objects for bonsai art. These three species are suitable for indoor cultivation - with tips on beginner plants for outdoors

Thyme Bonsai: How do I design and care for it correctly?

Thyme Bonsai: How do I design and care for it correctly?

Thyme is not widely used as bonsai. Here you can read how to design a mini tree and what care requirements it requires

Exotic eye-catcher: How do you grow a mango bonsai?

Exotic eye-catcher: How do you grow a mango bonsai?

Mango plants are rather atypical in the art of bonsai. Here you can read how to grow and care for a bonsai from a seed

Rosemary as a bonsai: Fascinating design options

Rosemary as a bonsai: Fascinating design options

Rosemary can be grown as a bonsai. The Mediterranean plant has these requirements - with tips for designing by cutting and wiring

String tree bonsai: design, care and tips for success

String tree bonsai: design, care and tips for success

The string tree is relatively unknown as a bonsai. We will explain everything about suitable varieties, design options and requirements

Preserving herbs: This is how you preserve their aroma

Preserving herbs: This is how you preserve their aroma

Unfortunately, herbs only develop their full aroma in summer. However, this can be preserved in different ways. You will find out how in this article

Hawthorn bonsai: design, cutting techniques & care tips

Hawthorn bonsai: design, cutting techniques & care tips

Hawthorn is one of the most popular bonsai trees. Here you can read about the special features and how to shape the plant by cutting and wiring

Cooking compote: gentle preservation of fruits

Cooking compote: gentle preservation of fruits

Preserving compote is back in fashion. In this article you will find an easy-to-follow basic recipe as well as detailed instructions

Washing lettuce: Tips for clean, crisp leaves

Washing lettuce: Tips for clean, crisp leaves

Before eating, lettuce must be washed thoroughly to remove dirt and aphids. You can find out how to do this here

How to successfully cook delicious corn: instructions

How to successfully cook delicious corn: instructions

Cooking corn takes little effort. How to get the grains from the cobs and preserve them is described in detail in this article

Pickling tangerines: Delicious winter recipe for citrus fruits

Pickling tangerines: Delicious winter recipe for citrus fruits

Pickled tangerines are a winter speci alty that goes well with many desserts. How to pickle the fruit and boil it down if desired

Dried tangerines, easy to make yourself

Dried tangerines, easy to make yourself

In this article we will explain to you how you can easily dry tangerine slices yourself on the radiator or in the oven for consumption or as room decoration

Making fruity wine mash: explained step by step

Making fruity wine mash: explained step by step

In this article you will learn what mash is, how you can make it yourself and how it is processed into aromatic fruit wine

Preserve tangerines: delicious homemade dessert

Preserve tangerines: delicious homemade dessert

In this article you will find detailed instructions along with recipe variations for the uncomplicated cooking of fresh mandarins in the preserving pot or oven

Cooking mirabelle compote: This is an easy and tasty way

Cooking mirabelle compote: This is an easy and tasty way

Delicious compote can be made and preserved from mirabelle plums with little effort. In this article you will find detailed instructions and a recipe

Freeze medlars: This is how you save the aroma for later

Freeze medlars: This is how you save the aroma for later

In this article you will learn how you can freeze medlars to stimulate fermentation. We also explain how the fruits need to be further processed

Washing fruit: Why is it important and how to do it correctly?

Washing fruit: Why is it important and how to do it correctly?

To remove pesticides and germs, fruit must be washed thoroughly before consumption. You can find out how you should proceed here

Attract birds successfully: attach the nesting box correctly

Attract birds successfully: attach the nesting box correctly

Nesting aids for birds will only be accepted if they are hung correctly. You can find out how to do this and what you need to pay attention to in this article

Preserving plants: 5 effective do-it-yourself methods

Preserving plants: 5 effective do-it-yourself methods

In this article, we detail the six most common methods you can use to preserve plants. The natural beauty is retained

Cooking cranberries: delicious homemade jam

Cooking cranberries: delicious homemade jam

In this article you will find detailed instructions for preserving cranberries. The easy-to-follow recipe is sure to succeed

Cooking quince compote: enjoyment all year round

Cooking quince compote: enjoyment all year round

Quince compote can be preserved for a long time by boiling it down. In this article you will find a detailed recipe for the canner and the oven

Freeze reindeer clods: This is how they last for a long time

Freeze reindeer clods: This is how they last for a long time

Fresh reindeer clods don't last long. However, you can simply freeze the aromatic fruits and preserve them for many months. You can find out how to do this here

Leftover quinces? Preserving quince juice made easy

Leftover quinces? Preserving quince juice made easy

Obtaining juice from quince and cooking it is not at all difficult. We have summarized how you should proceed and which ingredients you need in this article

Preserving quinces: Three delicious variations

Preserving quinces: Three delicious variations

Quinces can be preserved in various ways. We have collected the most common methods with recipes described in detail in this article

Mildew on chili: recognize, treat and prevent

Mildew on chili: recognize, treat and prevent

The harvest of chili plants is often threatened by mildew fungi. When planting, make sure you have the right conditions for he althy growth

Bonsai fungal infestation: causes, symptoms and treatment

Bonsai fungal infestation: causes, symptoms and treatment

Occasionally it happens that the bonsai is attacked by fungi. Here you can read what you can do against root rot, white deposits and moldy lawns

Gooseberry: How do I recognize a fungal infection and what to do?

Gooseberry: How do I recognize a fungal infection and what to do?

Gooseberries are not fungus resistant. We provide information about American and European gooseberry powdery mildew, the dangers and control strategies

Flowers by season: a splendor of color all year round

Flowers by season: a splendor of color all year round

Every flower has its own blooming time. We give an overview of which plants are in season in spring, summer, autumn and winter

Which berries are currently in season? A comprehensive overview

Which berries are currently in season? A comprehensive overview

Summer and autumn are berry season. Here you can read when strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries are in season - with variety tips

Leaf spinach season: when to harvest and how long to enjoy?

Leaf spinach season: when to harvest and how long to enjoy?

Spinach is in season almost all year round. Here you can read everything about sowing and harvesting spring, summer, autumn and winter spinach

Blood orange season: When is the best time to harvest?

Blood orange season: When is the best time to harvest?

Blood oranges are full of he althy ingredients. Here you can find out everything about gardening seasons, origins and requirements - with variety recommendations

The ideal kohlrabi season: tips for growing and harvesting

The ideal kohlrabi season: tips for growing and harvesting

Kohlrabi has a long season. Read here how the vegetables grow, what they need and when you can harvest the sprouts

Fruit in your own garden: Which fruits are in season and when?

Fruit in your own garden: Which fruits are in season and when?

Fruits are in season all year round in the supermarket. Here you can read which fruit is ready to harvest in the garden at what time - with interesting background information

Everything about the pointed cabbage season: cultivation, care and harvest

Everything about the pointed cabbage season: cultivation, care and harvest

Pointed cabbage is called early cabbage for a reason. Read everything here about the gardening season and how to make the most of it - from cultivation to harvest

Gooseberries: Harvest time and varieties at a glance

Gooseberries: Harvest time and varieties at a glance

Gooseberries are one of the summer fruits. Here you can read everything about early and late varieties, how to grow them and harvest them correctly