Plants 2024, September

How do you fill large planters for optimal growth?

How do you fill large planters for optimal growth?

Large planters look particularly beautiful in the garden. But which plants are actually suitable for filling them? We'll tell you here

DIY garden decoration: Build your own plant pots from pallets

DIY garden decoration: Build your own plant pots from pallets

There are now benches, tables and even insect hotels made from pallets. Why not planters too? Read how to build your own here

Plant pot made from decking: How do I build it myself?

Plant pot made from decking: How do I build it myself?

If you want to save money and at the same time enrich your garden with impressive details, make your own planter from decking

Make your own Styrofoam plant pot: easy and cheap

Make your own Styrofoam plant pot: easy and cheap

Planters don't have to be expensive. On this page you can read how you can easily make your own Styrofoam plant pot

Homemade concrete planters: How easy is it?

Homemade concrete planters: How easy is it?

With the right materials and the detailed instructions on this page, you can easily build a concrete planter yourself

Lighter and more effective: Styrofoam drainage for plant pots

Lighter and more effective: Styrofoam drainage for plant pots

A hole in the ground is the classic variant of drainage for the plant pot. But there are alternatives. Read how Styrofoam prevents waterlogging

Secure plant pots: This is how you prevent them from falling over

Secure plant pots: This is how you prevent them from falling over

Plant pots are not only at risk of bursting in the event of frost, they are also damaged if they fall over. Here you can read how to protect sensitive material

Plant pot made of fiberglass: building it yourself made easy

Plant pot made of fiberglass: building it yourself made easy

Want to take on a challenge? Then simply build your fiberglass plant pot yourself. With our instructions it's not that difficult

Design plant pots: Creative ideas for your garden

Design plant pots: Creative ideas for your garden

Boring, uniform planters in the garden? That doesn't have to be the case. With the ideas on this page you can not only make old copies look like new

Trellis planters: DIY instructions

Trellis planters: DIY instructions

Climbing plants are ideal for keeping in containers. However, they require a trellis. Read here how to integrate this into the bucket

Planting plant pots without holes: This is how to do it correctly

Planting plant pots without holes: This is how to do it correctly

Have you previously assumed that the hole in your bucket was essential for drainage? It works without it! Read here which plants are suitable

Brilliant idea: Build your own plant pot with water storage

Brilliant idea: Build your own plant pot with water storage

How practical if the plant pot has an integrated water reservoir. With these instructions you can build the useful construct yourself

Build your own plant pot: materials, instructions & tips

Build your own plant pot: materials, instructions & tips

Are high-quality plant pots from the hardware store too expensive for you? Then you can easily build your own copy using the instructions on this page

Build it yourself: stone planters for your garden

Build it yourself: stone planters for your garden

Plastic planters are practical but not very attractive visually. Don't want to spend money on a high-quality pot? Build your own

Transporting plant pots safely: tips and tools

Transporting plant pots safely: tips and tools

To ensure that heavy or delicate plant pots arrive safely at the intended location, you will find useful tips for transport on this page

Plant pot as a room divider: How to build it yourself

Plant pot as a room divider: How to build it yourself

A bulky wall serves as a room divider, but visually narrows the room. On the other hand, your self-made plant pot makes it more friendly

Plant pots in winter: How can I avoid damage?

Plant pots in winter: How can I avoid damage?

To ensure that your plant pot survives the cold season in one piece, a few measures are necessary. You can read how to protect the pot on this page

Dressing up plant pots: How to beautify your pot

Dressing up plant pots: How to beautify your pot

After a few years, has the weather left its mark on your plant pot? Or do you want to protect the material from frost? A disguise helps

Christmas spirit in the garden: Make planters festive

Christmas spirit in the garden: Make planters festive

Fairy lights, tinsel - you can never get enough of Christmas decorations. No more space in the house? Your plant pot can definitely use some decoration

Simply build an XXL plant pot yourself: Instructions

Simply build an XXL plant pot yourself: Instructions

Achieving great deeds is sometimes not that difficult. With these instructions you can build your own XXL plant pot with ease

Hardy plants for planters: tips & recommendations

Hardy plants for planters: tips & recommendations

Making a planter bloom all year round is not that difficult. Here you will learn about the best perennials for your planter

Snowdrop: Plant of the month and harbinger of spring

Snowdrop: Plant of the month and harbinger of spring

In this article we would like to introduce you to the snowdrop. Here you will also find valuable planting and care tips

You and your garden Mainz: Discover the latest garden trends

You and your garden Mainz: Discover the latest garden trends

In this article we would like to recommend the trade fair “You and Your Garden Mainz” as an event tip

The Palmengarten Frankfurt: Discover a green oasis

The Palmengarten Frankfurt: Discover a green oasis

In this article we would like to introduce you to the Palmengarten Frankfurt. Here you will find all important visitor information and a detailed description

Fertilizing balcony flowers: How to properly care for your plants

Fertilizing balcony flowers: How to properly care for your plants

Balcony flowers are often flowering plants that require plenty of nutrients. We explain to you when fertilization is necessary and which fertilizer is ideal

Optimal roofing for balcony flowers: This is how it works

Optimal roofing for balcony flowers: This is how it works

Balcony flowers need water. But too much moisture harms them. We will tell you how you can use a roof to protect your plants from constant rain

Overwintering balcony flowers: How to protect your plants

Overwintering balcony flowers: How to protect your plants

What happens to balcony plants when winter approaches? We'll tell you how different plant species cope with cold and what helps them

Planting balcony flowers: When is the perfect time?

Planting balcony flowers: When is the perfect time?

Balcony flowers should show their buds with the first rays of sunshine. We explain to you when they need to be planted so that it works

Propagate bladder bush: Two successful methods

Propagate bladder bush: Two successful methods

You can easily propagate the bubble bush yourself. We will tell you which paths are open to this and which work steps are waiting in detail

Mixed culture tips: Optimal neighbors for the beetroot

Mixed culture tips: Optimal neighbors for the beetroot

When combined well, beetroot grows stronger and he althier. Find out everything about mixed culture and good and bad neighbors here

Planting beets: Easy to grow in your own garden

Planting beets: Easy to grow in your own garden

Growing beets in your own garden is not difficult at all. Find out how to plant, care for and harvest beetroot here

Giersch problem? How to permanently remove weeds

Giersch problem? How to permanently remove weeds

In this article you will learn how you can successfully combat gooseweed and permanently ban it from your garden

Beetroot Location: Tips for optimal growth and harvest

Beetroot Location: Tips for optimal growth and harvest

Beetroot should be planted in a sunny location with loose soil. You can find all information about the ideal planting location here

Sowing beetroot: Tips for a successful harvest

Sowing beetroot: Tips for a successful harvest

Beetroot likes a sunny location and loose soil. Find out everything you need to know about sowing beetroot here

Propagating Acnistus australis: cuttings or seeds?

Propagating Acnistus australis: cuttings or seeds?

Acnistus australis can also be easily propagated in this country. Read here which two ways are available to you and what the exact process is

Loosen garden soil: methods & tips for he althy plants

Loosen garden soil: methods & tips for he althy plants

Compacted garden soil has many disadvantages. Find out here what different options there are to loosen it up again

Milling garden soil: effective methods and helpful tips

Milling garden soil: effective methods and helpful tips

Garden soil can be loosened up by milling. Read everything here about the optimal time, the process and what post-processing awaits you

Fertilize garden soil: When is the ideal time?

Fertilize garden soil: When is the ideal time?

A planted garden soil needs regular fertilizer. Here you can read a few important key data that need to be taken into account when supplying nutrients

Garden floor uneven? How to create a flat surface

Garden floor uneven? How to create a flat surface

A level garden floor is easier to work with. Find out here how you can effectively eliminate bumps and depressions yourself

Make garden soil acidic: This is how it works without peat

Make garden soil acidic: This is how it works without peat

Some plants require acidic soil. Read here which substances can lower the pH value and which substances should be avoided