Plants 2024, September

When do artichokes need to be fertilized? Instructions & Tips

When do artichokes need to be fertilized? Instructions & Tips

Artichokes are heavy eaters and have high nutritional requirements. Good fertilization as a start and regular nutrient additions enable a good harvest

Freeze artichokes: This way the aroma is preserved

Freeze artichokes: This way the aroma is preserved

Delicious artichokes only have a short shelf life. By freezing the prepared vegetables, they can be kept for up to 9 months

Artichoke-like plant: Discover the cardoon and more

Artichoke-like plant: Discover the cardoon and more

The cardoon is a plant very similar to the artichoke. The plants belong to the thistle family and are considered a delicacy

Astilbe 'Germany': White splendor in the home garden

Astilbe 'Germany': White splendor in the home garden

The astilbe does not come from Germany, but it is also loved here. Read here whether and how this love can bear colorful flowers

Astilbe: leaves curl up - causes & solutions

Astilbe: leaves curl up - causes & solutions

Curled leaves on the Astilbe (glory spar) are to be understood as a cry for help - an urgent one! Read what she's missing and how she gets it

Attracting bees with astilbene: This is how it works

Attracting bees with astilbene: This is how it works

Is the beautiful astilbe also bee-friendly? We'll tell you when and how long their flowers open and whether they are rich in pollen and nectar

Optimal fertilization for powerful astilbe plants

Optimal fertilization for powerful astilbe plants

How is Astilbe properly fertilized? Read here whether the shade plant is frugal or constantly demands new nutrients

Astilbe in a pot: It also thrives on balconies and terraces

Astilbe in a pot: It also thrives on balconies and terraces

Good location, good care - will it work with the astilbe in the pot? Find out here when and how the cramped culture can be successful without major compromises

Astilbe Height: Growing variety from 10 cm to 200 cm

Astilbe Height: Growing variety from 10 cm to 200 cm

The Astilbe (magnificent spar) gives us a lot of design space when it comes to height. Because it can be both low and high. You can find specific numbers here

Astilbe: Snail-repellent plant for shady beds

Astilbe: Snail-repellent plant for shady beds

What happens to the astilbe when snails start moving on rainy days? Find out whether she is snail resistant or suffering

Astilbe in spring: How to support budding

Astilbe in spring: How to support budding

The budding of the astilbe is very important because it forms the basis for the new year. Read how you can optimally support the plant

Cutting astilbe correctly: Tips for he althy plants

Cutting astilbe correctly: Tips for he althy plants

Cutting astilbe is neither demanding nor time-consuming. Read here when and how often pruning is good for you

Astilbe dries up: causes, first aid & prevention

Astilbe dries up: causes, first aid & prevention

What to do if the astilbe dries up? Watering, of course, now immediately, later in time. Read how much water can quench your thirst

Propagating ivy plants made easy: in water or soil?

Propagating ivy plants made easy: in water or soil?

The popular ivy can be easily propagated vegetatively using cuttings or offshoots. Read what you should pay attention to

Ivy: Successfully propagate and care for cuttings

Ivy: Successfully propagate and care for cuttings

The ivy plant is a popular houseplant that grows climbing and produces very long shoots. It is easily propagated by cuttings

Ants on petunias: what does it indicate and how to act?

Ants on petunias: what does it indicate and how to act?

Are your petunias suddenly inhabited by ants? Here you will find out what the reason is and how you should react now

Snail control: Animal-friendly alternatives to s alt

Snail control: Animal-friendly alternatives to s alt

Can you kill snails with s alt? That's true, but it's not a good idea. You can find out why this is the case and what alternatives there are here

Astilbe roots: He althy care & propagation made easy

Astilbe roots: He althy care & propagation made easy

Astilbe roots - a challenge for every gardener. Read about how to keep them he althy and propagate new plants from them

Eating wild artichokes: delicious recipe ideas and tips

Eating wild artichokes: delicious recipe ideas and tips

The wild artichoke is a Mediterranean plant. Like its relatives, the true artichoke and the teasel, this plant is considered a delicacy

Artichoke season: When is the best time to shop?

Artichoke season: When is the best time to shop?

Artichokes are a popular and he althy vegetable. During the season in Europe from June to March you can buy the vegetables fresh in retail stores

Artichokes: origin, history and cultivation

Artichokes: origin, history and cultivation

The artichoke is now considered a delicious and he althy vegetable from the Mediterranean region. The plant has been known for many centuries

Prefer artichokes: successful cultivation for the garden

Prefer artichokes: successful cultivation for the garden

Artichokes can also be grown in our latitudes. However, since they come from the Mediterranean region, there are a few points to consider when growing them

Artichoke stem: is it edible or not?

Artichoke stem: is it edible or not?

The artichoke's relatives such as cardy and wild artichoke have edible stems. Properly prepared, they are a versatile vegetable

Planting artichokes in a pot: tips for success and harvest

Planting artichokes in a pot: tips for success and harvest

Artichokes can also be grown in Germany. There are a few important points you need to consider when cultivating in a bucket

Yellow leaves on the mallow: causes & solutions

Yellow leaves on the mallow: causes & solutions

What could be the reason why evergreen mallow leaves turn yellow? - Read here about common causes with tips on effective antidotes

Beautiful mallow: effectively combat and prevent lice infestations

Beautiful mallow: effectively combat and prevent lice infestations

How to remove lice from a mallow. - Read here how you can successfully combat aphids on indoor maple trees with home remedies

Propagating acacia: Instructions for cuttings & seeds

Propagating acacia: Instructions for cuttings & seeds

Acacias are not native to Germany, but they can still be propagated in this country through cuttings or seeds. You can find out how to do this here

Mimosa or acacia? Here's how to tell the difference

Mimosa or acacia? Here's how to tell the difference

What was the difference between acacias and mimosas? Or is it the same plant? We create clarity

Removal of acacia trees: What needs to be taken into account?

Removal of acacia trees: What needs to be taken into account?

As a deep-rooted person, removing an acacia tree could theoretically be challenging. In practice, an acacia tree in Germany doesn't grow that big

Acacia seedlings: cultivation, location and care

Acacia seedlings: cultivation, location and care

Acacias are delicate plants and special care is required with your seedlings. Read here what you should consider when planting

Acacia cultivation in Germany: This is how it works with the exotic

Acacia cultivation in Germany: This is how it works with the exotic

The acacia is not native to Germany. You can find out in this article whether and how it can still be planted here

Plum web moth: Recognize, combat and prevent

Plum web moth: Recognize, combat and prevent

Plum web moth caterpillars eat leaves of plum and cherry trees in the home garden. Read how an infestation appears and what you can do

Anemones in winter: hardiness, protection & overwintering

Anemones in winter: hardiness, protection & overwintering

Some anemones are sensitive to frost. You can find out here which specimens are at risk of frostbite outside in winter and what you can do about it

Pfaffenhütchen moths: poisonous or harmless to humans?

Pfaffenhütchen moths: poisonous or harmless to humans?

Pfaffenhütchen web moths feed on poisonous Pfaffenhütchen. Can we therefore assume that they are also poisonous? Learn more about it here

Anemone Location: Sun or Shade – Which is Better?

Anemone Location: Sun or Shade – Which is Better?

Many anemones are originally forest plants and are used to a certain amount of shade. We'll tell you how much shade you want in your flower bed

Poisonous: Anemones in the garden and dangers to pets

Poisonous: Anemones in the garden and dangers to pets

Anemones are popular, but caution is advised because many beautiful flowers are poisonous. You can find out here whether this also applies to the anemone

Planting double anemones: right time & tips

Planting double anemones: right time & tips

Don't you know when to plant double anemones? We will tell you the optimal period so that you can look forward to a prosperous time

Anemone propagation: three methods at a glance

Anemone propagation: three methods at a glance

There are different methods of propagating anemones. But they are not interchangeable at will. Read here when which approach is optimal

Warming up spinach: myth or truth? Here's how to do it correctly

Warming up spinach: myth or truth? Here's how to do it correctly

Warm up spinach once and several times: This is how it works » Tolerance ✓ Nitrite and nitrate ✓ Warm up ✓ Preserve ✓ [➽ Find out now]

Powdery mildew: damage, causes and control

Powdery mildew: damage, causes and control

Powdery mildew is a pathogen that affects your ornamental and crop plants. It must be treated early so that the plants do not die