Plants 2024, September

Fertilize European beech: When, how and why? Everything you need to know

Fertilize European beech: When, how and why? Everything you need to know

You only need to fertilize beeches while the trees are young. Older trees take care of themselves. What you need to consider when fertilizing

The fruit of the common beech is the slightly poisonous beechnut

The fruit of the common beech is the slightly poisonous beechnut

The fruit of the common beech is called beechnut. It is slightly poisonous and can only be eaten when roasted. What you should know about the fruits of European beech trees

European beeches in winter: protection and care for young trees

European beeches in winter: protection and care for young trees

European beech trees are absolutely hardy. Winter protection is not necessary. Does the European beech need special care in winter?

Carpathian bellflower: care, cutting & overwintering

Carpathian bellflower: care, cutting & overwintering

Care for the Carpathian bellflower professionally! Here you will receive valuable tips so that nothing can go wrong

Overwinter successfully: The Carpathian bellflower in the garden

Overwinter successfully: The Carpathian bellflower in the garden

Find out here what the temperature minimum is for the Carpathian bluebell, where it comes from and when and how you should overwinter it

Lily of the valley care: tips for he althy, fragrant plants

Lily of the valley care: tips for he althy, fragrant plants

Lilies of the valley are very easy to care for. Even without much attention, they come back every year. What you should consider when caring for it

Cutting lily of the valley: when and how it is necessary

Cutting lily of the valley: when and how it is necessary

Lilies of the valley are extremely easy-care spring flowers. You don't even need to prune plants as they retract themselves in the fall

Planting lily of the valley: successful instructions & care tips

Planting lily of the valley: successful instructions & care tips

Lilies of the valley are undemanding and can be planted in any garden. What you need to consider when planting the fragrant spring bloomer

Danger of poison in the garden: How poisonous is a viburnum bush?

Danger of poison in the garden: How poisonous is a viburnum bush?

Are you interested in the decorative viburnum (snowball)? Here you can find out whether these plants are poisonous or whether they are suitable for the family garden

Marigold sowing: How do you sow them correctly?

Marigold sowing: How do you sow them correctly?

When sowing marigolds, you should not only pay attention to the correct temperature, but also use low-nutrient potting soil

Marigold in full bloom: The best tips for blooming time

Marigold in full bloom: The best tips for blooming time

The flowering period of the marigold usually lasts from June to October, with the individual flower heads wilting after about four to five days

Edible marigold: Decorative and he alth-promoting

Edible marigold: Decorative and he alth-promoting

The marigold is generally not poisonous and is therefore edible, although the petals are mainly used fresh and dried

Marigold in the garden: Will it survive the winter?

Marigold in the garden: Will it survive the winter?

The marigold itself is not hardy, but its hardy seeds often ensure an automatic return to the location

Marigolds in the garden: Which location do they prefer?

Marigolds in the garden: Which location do they prefer?

The ideal location for the marigold is full sun to partial shade; the soil should not be waterlogged if possible

Marigold: profile, care and possible uses

Marigold: profile, care and possible uses

A profile of the marigold makes it clear how versatile the components of this relatively demanding flowering plant can be

Marigold on the balcony: instructions and tips for care

Marigold on the balcony: instructions and tips for care

The marigold can also be cultivated as a flowering and medicinal plant on the balcony if it gets enough sun and water

Caring for strawflowers properly: This is how they thrive

Caring for strawflowers properly: This is how they thrive

When caring for the strawflower, care should be taken not to provide too much water in a location that is as sunny as possible

Caring for sweet peas: tips for flowering and fragrant plants

Caring for sweet peas: tips for flowering and fragrant plants

Sweet peas need some care so that they bloom abundantly. You can find out what you should pay attention to in this article

Hardy vetch: How do I recognize it in the garden?

Hardy vetch: How do I recognize it in the garden?

Autumn is approaching and you are wondering whether the sweet peas cultivated in your garden are hardy or not? You can find the answer in this article

Plant sweet peas: This is how they thrive in your garden

Plant sweet peas: This is how they thrive in your garden

When planted correctly, sweet peas thrive and are relatively easy to care for. You can find out everything you need to know in this article

Vetch species: Discover the diversity of these plants

Vetch species: Discover the diversity of these plants

Sweet peas thrive in an impressive diversity of species. You can find out which varieties are common in our latitudes and how you can recognize them here

Sweet pea plant: poisonous to people and animals?

Sweet pea plant: poisonous to people and animals?

Are you wondering whether sweet peas are poisonous plants or whether you can safely feed the peas to animals? We have the answer

Vetch climbing plant: tips for care and planting

Vetch climbing plant: tips for care and planting

Sweet peas are fragrant and richly flowering climbing plants. You can find out here what special features need to be taken into account so that the vetch can cover bare areas

Vetch seeds: Harvest, store and plant successfully

Vetch seeds: Harvest, store and plant successfully

What do vetch seeds look like? When are they harvested and what should be taken into account when sowing? Here you can find out this and much more

Sowing sweet peas successfully: tips and tricks

Sowing sweet peas successfully: tips and tricks

Sowing sweet peas yourself is not difficult at all, as the plants germinate easily and grow quickly. In this article we have many valuable tips for you

Getting rid of sweet peas in the garden: Practical tips and tricks

Getting rid of sweet peas in the garden: Practical tips and tricks

In places where they feel comfortable, sweet peas can become a real pest. You can find out how to avoid the spread in this article

European beech in the garden: When is the ideal planting time?

European beech in the garden: When is the ideal planting time?

When is the best time to plant a European beech in the garden? Tips for the right time to plant beech trees

Cutting sweet peas: This is how you promote the splendor of flowers

Cutting sweet peas: This is how you promote the splendor of flowers

Even though sweet peas are relatively easy to care for, they cannot be maintained without regular pruning. You can find out how to do this in this article

European beech bark: recognition, properties and special features

European beech bark: recognition, properties and special features

European beeches are particularly eye-catching due to their smooth trunks with light gray bark. Interesting facts about the bark of the common beech

European beech pests: recognizing, combating and preventing

European beech pests: recognizing, combating and preventing

The European beech is a robust tree that is resistant to most pests. Which pests occur and how are they controlled?

European beech price: How much does the tree cost for the garden and hedge?

European beech price: How much does the tree cost for the garden and hedge?

The price for a copper beech depends on the type, finish and delivery size. It also depends on where you buy the tree

Propagating common beech: This is how it works with cuttings and sowing

Propagating common beech: This is how it works with cuttings and sowing

Propagating a common beech is time-consuming and not always successful. A few helpful tips for propagating European beech trees

European beech thriving: The best conditions for your tree

European beech thriving: The best conditions for your tree

European beeches are robust, native trees. You can get by in many locations. This is how you find the best location for your European beech

European beech in natural medicine: What can it do?

European beech in natural medicine: What can it do?

European beech can be used in many different ways - whether as timber or as a food substitute. Interesting facts about the use of copper beeches

Sand vetch: Edible, tasty and he althy for the menu

Sand vetch: Edible, tasty and he althy for the menu

Do you love the taste of wild herbs and wonder whether vetch is edible? We have put together everything you need to know for you

Strawflower in the garden: Ideal for hot, sunny locations

Strawflower in the garden: Ideal for hot, sunny locations

The ideal location for the strawflower is a sunny spot in the garden or on the balcony with a plant substrate that is not too moist

Sand vetch profile: Everything about the aromatic wild herb

Sand vetch profile: Everything about the aromatic wild herb

The sand vetch can be identified without a doubt based on its specific plant characteristics, which we have summarized in this article

Perfect location for your red maple: tips & tricks

Perfect location for your red maple: tips & tricks

Red maple requires a sunny to light, partially shaded location, as this is the only place where the magnificent autumn colors can develop

Red maple: care and pruning instructions for he althy trees

Red maple: care and pruning instructions for he althy trees

Red maple - cut or leave it alone? Under certain conditions, pruning red maple is possible and sometimes even sensible

Red maple bonsai: care, cutting and wintering

Red maple bonsai: care, cutting and wintering

Red maple (Acer rubrum) is rarely trained for bonsai in our country. Unfortunately, because this type of maple is ideal for various types of design