Make two, three, or even more out of one: We’ll tell you how you can easily propagate your currant plant yourself in various ways. The simplest and therefore most widespread method of propagating currants (Ribes ) is to propagate cuttings. Propagation can also be achieved with the production and cutting of sinkers, but propagating cuttings…
Orchids need special nutrients to develop their flowers. We show you how, when, and with what to fertilize orchids correctly. When thinking of orchids, many people only think of the well-known butterfly orchid ( Phalaenopsis ). However, more and more new varieties and species are entering the market, the nutritional requirements of which are as…
Olive trees usually only grow in pots – very limited space for woody plants. This makes repotting the olive trees all the more important. We’ll tell you how to do it. Olive trees ( Olea Europea ) belong to the genus of olive trees ( Olea ). When planted out, they can reach heights of…
European beeches are classic trees and look a bit nobler than hornbeams. Our expert tips will help you keep it in shape as a hedge. The common beech ( Fagus sylvatica ) is also known colloquially as beech because it is the only type of Fagus beech in Central Europe. With 15% it is the…
Lilies are a real splendor both in pots and in summer beds. But without the right care, you will not be able to enjoy their wonderful flowers. Lilies ( Lilium ) are frugal and beautiful summer bloomers in the bed, which apart from a little skill in watering do not have a lot of care…
The fig tree is used to the Mediterranean climate, but it can also survive our winters. We show how to successfully overwinter a fig tree. Unlike many other Mediterranean plants such as the olive tree or the oleander, the real fig tree ( Ficus carica ) loses its leaves over the winter. So that it…
Compost is a valuable part of many potting soils. Here we explain where you can best buy it and how you mix compost yourself. In addition to the well-known peat-containing potting soils, in the garden areas of hardware stores, garden centers, and nurseries, one sees more and more soils that consist to a large extent…
If you want to enjoy the beautiful flowers later, you should only buy healthy roses. We show you what to look for when buying roses. Especially in floristry, roses ( pink ) in a wide variety of colors and shapes are of great importance. And maybe you, too, have shown your love to someone with…
Chickpeas are currently more popular than ever. Here you can find out everything about the healthy chickpea and how you can grow it yourself in the garden. Chickpeas ( Cicer arietinum ) are particularly important in the vegetarian and vegan diet because they provide valuable vegetable protein. But the legumes also offer a delicious and…
The velvet hydrangea is also known under the name rough hydrangea or fur hydrangea. We will introduce you to the most beautiful varieties of velvet hydrangea and explain what needs to be considered when planting and caring for them. The velvet hydrangea is characterized by the fine hairiness of the leaves, which is also eponymous….
