For the harvest to be productive in summer, the gooseberry needs sufficient nutrients. We show what you should pay attention to when fertilizing gooseberries. The gooseberry ( Ribes uva-crispa ) belongs to the gooseberry family ( Grossulariaceae ) and is closely related to the red currant ( Ribes rubrum ). With berry bushes, one often…
The flowering period of the hydrangea extends into September. Find out what to do if the hydrangea does not bloom here. Hydrangea (Hydrangea) blooming in pretty pastel colors, white, deep blue, red, deep pink, green to violet. With its lush colors, the ornamental shrub is a real eye-catcher in your garden. In this article, you…
Hydrangeas have a high need for nutrients. Here you can find out whether and why hydrangea fertilizers are really necessary and what the differences are. The genus Hydrangea includes 70 to 80 species, several of which are very popular in our gardens. They delight almost everyone with their characteristic inflorescences, but some species are real…
Unfortunately, some pests target the oleander. We show you how to recognize and combat the symptoms of a pest infestation. Weak oleander plants ( Nerium oleander ) easily prey to pests. Some louse species and spider mites, in particular, like to eat the oleander. However, since they significantly weaken the plants, they must be combated….
The North American pawpaw is becoming increasingly popular. Here you can find out everything about the exotic Indian banana – from buying to planting to caring for it. Almost everyone has apples ( Malus ) or pears ( Pyrus ) in their own garden. Are you in the mood for a new, still largely unknown,…
The parsnip had long been forgotten. We want to make the root popular again and reveal what you have to consider when growing in the garden. Parsnips ( Pastinaca sativa ) are becoming increasingly popular right now. No wonder, because they contain valuable ingredients such as vitamins and minerals and can be used in many…
Batavia lettuce is not difficult to grow: With our expert tips on planting and care, you are guaranteed to have a rich Batavia lettuce harvest. Batavia lettuce ( Lactuca sativa var. Capitata ) brings variety in the garden and on the plate. The salad with the special leaves and the different colors is a change…
Fresh herbs from the garden season dishes twice as well. The time of harvest has a great influence on taste and aromas. Find out how to properly harvest your herbs here. There are a few things that are critical to properly harvesting herbs. Time of day, weather, and season, for example, have a significant influence…
Jerusalem artichoke is a versatile plant and a close relative of the sunflower. We’ll tell you how you can grow the Jerusalem artichoke tuber yourself. In the 17th century Jerusalem artichoke ( Helianthus tuberosus ), also called Jerusalem artichoke or earth pear, arrived by sea from South America to Europe. Initially, the brown or red…
Comfrey is an ancient medicinal plant that is also very interesting for bumblebees. We introduce the comfrey herb and reveal how it can be grown in your own garden. Comfrey ( Symphytum officinale ), also called wallwort, has all kinds of healing powers inherent in it. Therefore, people have been using it for thousands of…
