Forest gardens are an exciting trend that has many advantages. We explain what is meant by a forest garden and how you can create a forest garden yourself. More and more people are longing for nature and a lifestyle that is as close to nature as possible. So it’s no wonder that forest gardens…
Almost all garden soils contain peat. We show what environmentally friendly alternatives there are to replace peat and give tips on peat-free gardening. Peat replacement is an important issue in climate protection. We explain what properties peat has made so successful in substrates and point out good alternatives. If you are still wondering “What…
Water is a scarce resource and its availability has not been optimal everywhere in recent summers. We show how to save water in the garden. Many a district has been hit by a terrifying report in the past two years: drinking water treatment is no longer providing drinking water, there is an urgent need to…
Shortly before summer really starts, it is important to prepare the garden for the great heat. In our overview, we show which gardening work is due in May and what can now be planted or harvested. In May things will finally get going in the garden! It is not for nothing that it is said:…
The German ryegrass (botanical: Lolium perenne) is one of the most frequently used lawn grasses. We present everything you need to know here: From the properties to the use of Lolium perenne for lawns in the garden. The German ryegrass is contained in many lawn seed mixtures [Photo: P. Qvist / Shutterstock.com] The German ryegrass…
If the petunias suddenly turn yellow on your windows and no longer look very decorative, then they are dealing with chlorosis. Like all of our plants, our balcony flowers also need the right nutrients to grow magnificently. If the leaves on your petunias, especially the young leaves, turn yellow, the most likely cause is chlorosis,…
Blackberries can delight in your own garden with their sweet and juicy fruits. Everything you need to know about blackberries can be found here. The blackberry ( Rubus fruticosus ) is a long-runner for every garden. Once planted, it is vigorous and productive, sometimes even so much that the blackberry can become a nuisance. With…
Blackberries are delicious, but they can quickly gain the upper hand in the garden and become a nuisance. Here you can find out everything about removing blackberries. The prickly blackberry ( Rubus fruticosus ) is an eye-catcher and ensures a delicious supply of fruit every year. Despite the good points, the blackberry often shows its…
After a rich gooseberry harvest, the question arises of what happens to excess berries. You can find tips on freezing, boiling, etc. here. Gooseberries ( Ribes uva-crispa ) are very healthy due to their high vitamin and mineral content and are best eaten fresh. Unfortunately, the berries can only be kept in the refrigerator for…
The fragile rose needs special protection in the cold season. Here you can find out how to successfully overwinter your roses in beds and pots. Roses ( Rosa ) do best in areas with warmer climates. In rougher areas, special winter protection measures may therefore be necessary so that your rose can survive the cold…