Trees 2024, September

Planting trees: Observe important distance regulations

Planting trees: Observe important distance regulations

When planting trees, the distance to other plants, buildings and the property line must also be maintained

Maple, robinia & Co: These trees only need a little water

Maple, robinia & Co: These trees only need a little water

If you have dry soil in your garden, plant trees that need little water. Evaporation can also be reduced

Planting trees: The best season for magnificent growth

Planting trees: The best season for magnificent growth

The best season for planting trees is generally autumn. However, depending on the root and tree type, other dates may also be considered

Trees for waterlogging: The best species for wet soils

Trees for waterlogging: The best species for wet soils

If you are looking for trees suitable for waterlogging, you will find suitable trees among the various types of willow and alder. These tolerate wet feet without any problems

Trees that don't lose leaves: evergreen and attractive

Trees that don't lose leaves: evergreen and attractive

Trees that do not lose their leaves in winter are an important design element in the garden. In addition to evergreen conifers, there are other varieties

Trees for wet locations: These trees love water

Trees for wet locations: These trees love water

Trees that need a lot of water are particularly suitable for damp to wet locations. Willows and alders in particular love moisture

Propagating trees: This is how it works with cuttings and seeds

Propagating trees: This is how it works with cuttings and seeds

Trees can be propagated very easily: you need a little patience when propagating seeds, but it's quicker with half-ripe cuttings

Planting trees in winter: Is frost a problem?

Planting trees in winter: Is frost a problem?

In principle, planting trees is possible even in frost as long as the ground is not frozen. However, only plant winter and frost-hardy species

Water trees correctly: step by step instructions

Water trees correctly: step by step instructions

It makes sense to water trees additionally, not only in dry and hot summers. Read about when and how best to water trees

Prune trees properly in winter: when and how?

Prune trees properly in winter: when and how?

Trees should not be cut during frost as this can make the branches and twigs brittle. Cutting only takes place at temperatures of more than minus 5 °C

Rapid growth: The fastest trees for your garden

Rapid growth: The fastest trees for your garden

Trees that grow quickly are often in demand for quick privacy protection and to provide shade. Which species are best suited?

Balcony trees: dwarf varieties for your own green paradise

Balcony trees: dwarf varieties for your own green paradise

Trees for the balcony should grow slowly and remain small - then you don't have to keep them short by cutting them. The most beautiful varieties for the bucket

Japanese Garden: Matching trees and their meaning

Japanese Garden: Matching trees and their meaning

A Japanese garden impresses with its numerous shades of green and clear structure. Pines and other malleable trees in particular fit in

Pruning trees in autumn: when and how to do it best

Pruning trees in autumn: when and how to do it best

Spring, summer, autumn or winter: you can cut trees at different times of the year. Find out what you should pay attention to in autumn

Cutting trees and bushes: when, how and why?

Cutting trees and bushes: when, how and why?

In order to prune trees and shrubs correctly, you should know their growth and flowering behavior. The different cutting groups help with the classification

Trees that bloom in May: discover the most beautiful species

Trees that bloom in May: discover the most beautiful species

Trees that bloom in May are often characterized by a lavish display of white or pink flowers. The most beautiful species for the garden

Keeping trees small: tips for compact growth

Keeping trees small: tips for compact growth

Trees can be kept small through various measures. It is best to select species and varieties that remain small from the outset

Fertilizing trees in the garden: what is important?

Fertilizing trees in the garden: what is important?

Trees are best fertilized with organic products, so oversupply is unlikely. Less is more

Bonsai from local trees: This is how miniature art works

Bonsai from local trees: This is how miniature art works

Beautiful bonsai can also be created from local trees. All you need is patience and tact

Fence trees: protection from game browsing and other damage

Fence trees: protection from game browsing and other damage

Young trees in particular should be fenced in to protect them from hungry wild animals. Wire mesh is best suited for this

Suitable trees for your rock garden: Which ones are suitable?

Suitable trees for your rock garden: Which ones are suitable?

The rock garden not only accommodates mountain plants and ground cover plants, but also picturesque small trees. The most beautiful varieties for poor soil

Trees in spring: tips for planting, care and pruning

Trees in spring: tips for planting, care and pruning

Many trees are best planted in spring. Existing trees receive initial fertilization, and dead and diseased wood is also removed

Bird-friendly garden: Which trees are ideal for birds?

Bird-friendly garden: Which trees are ideal for birds?

Trees suitable for birds provide shelter and food. Making your garden bird-friendly is very important - otherwise many species will soon become extinct

Painting trees correctly: How to protect and care for them

Painting trees correctly: How to protect and care for them

Painting the trees is for tree he alth. It prevents frost damage and also serves to ward off diseases and pests

Protect trees from frost: Important tips & measures

Protect trees from frost: Important tips & measures

Even hardy trees sometimes need to be protected from frost. You can read here which tricks work best for this

Avoid damage from frost: How should trees overwinter?

Avoid damage from frost: How should trees overwinter?

Hardy trees overwinter outdoors, but benefit from light winter protection in the form of a layer of mulch or a coat of lime

Garden design with trees: tips for selection & placement

Garden design with trees: tips for selection & placement

Trees are wonderful for three-dimensional garden design. They create structure and space, and large trees add accents

Be careful, poisonous: These native trees pose dangers

Be careful, poisonous: These native trees pose dangers

There are many poisonous trees in our gardens that can be dangerous, especially to children and animals. These species are particularly poisonous

Hanging trees in the garden: The best types and locations

Hanging trees in the garden: The best types and locations

Hanging trees are available for every garden size: the distinctive trees with their picturesque crowns come into their own in both small and large gardens

Growing trees: cultivation methods for your own garden

Growing trees: cultivation methods for your own garden

Growing trees yourself and watching small seedlings grow into large, magnificent trees is not that difficult. We'll show you how it works

Evergreen ball tree: The best varieties for your garden

Evergreen ball tree: The best varieties for your garden

An evergreen ball tree adds colorful accents to the garden even in winter. However, many varieties require regular pruning

Design small gardens: ball trees as an attractive solution

Design small gardens: ball trees as an attractive solution

Ball trees are perfect for small gardens and front gardens, some can even be grown in pots. Many varieties naturally grow in a spherical shape

Spherical trees – deciduous trees and conifers at a glance

Spherical trees – deciduous trees and conifers at a glance

Spherical trees remain compact and rarely need pruning. They are perfect for the front yard or small garden

Autumn or spring? The best time to plant trees

Autumn or spring? The best time to plant trees

The best time to plant trees depends on various factors, such as the tree species, root system and weather

Bonsai care: How to maintain a he althy tree

Bonsai care: How to maintain a he althy tree

A bonsai tree needs careful care to grow and develop he althily. Watering, fertilizing and cutting are particularly important

Growing trees: Successful cultivation from seeds made easy

Growing trees: Successful cultivation from seeds made easy

Many trees can be grown from seeds you collect yourself. You can read how this works and what you should pay attention to in our guide

Protecting trees from ants: Effective methods & tips

Protecting trees from ants: Effective methods & tips

You need to protect trees less from ants and more from aphids. Troubling ants are often an indication of an aphid infestation

Ivy on trees: does it damage growth or not?

Ivy on trees: does it damage growth or not?

Ivy on trees is generally not a problem as long as the host is he althy and strong. However, the plant should be removed from young trees

Evergreen trees for the garden: The best types & varieties

Evergreen trees for the garden: The best types & varieties

There are many evergreen trees for the garden. We present you the ten most beautiful species for large and small gardens

Small trees: Beautiful species for little space

Small trees: Beautiful species for little space

Small trees for the garden are available in a large selection. Read what you should pay attention to when choosing a variety