More than pesky weed, dandelions can also be used in the kitchen. We show how to successfully plant and harvest dandelions. Who is not happy when the first yellow flowers appear in the fields in spring and open up a wonderful picture. We will show you what you can do with this herb and what…
Pond plants make a garden pond a real eye-catcher. Here you can find out what you should consider when buying, the types and the care. A beautiful pond is often the heart of the perfect garden. For many a hobby gardener, however, it quickly turns into a nightmare. In a few simple steps, we will…
Sunflowers in the vase are a real summer greeting. So that the cut flowers last as long as possible, we have a few tips and tricks ready for you. Sunflowers ( Helianthus ) can not only be a delight for the eye in the garden. If you want to bring the summer sun to your…
What exactly is humus and how does it affect the plants? You can find these and other answers on the subject of humus here. Even many experienced gardening enthusiasts wonder what exactly is humus. The answer to this question is actually quite simple: humus is the dead organic matter in our soils. Because of its…
St. John’s herbs ( Hypericum ) are popular perennial shrubs that can be found in many home gardens. We introduce the ancient medicinal plant and give tips on cultivation, care, and use. St. John’s wort is a widely known garden and medicinal plant. We give you an overview of the properties, requirements and cultivation measures…
Although kumquats are small, they taste delicious and are full of valuable ingredients. How kumquats are eaten is still a mystery to many. We at Gardender explain and show how the dwarf orange is eaten. The kumquat ( Fortunella ) – sometimes also written cumquat – belongs to the large family of citrus fruits and…
Lentils are now landing on our plates more often. Here you can find out how you can plant healthy lentils in your own garden. The lentil ( Lens culinaris ) is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world. It was cultivated in the Fertile Crescent in the Middle East around 10,000 years ago….
Catnip is quite frugal but needs a cut now and then. Here’s what to look for when cutting catnip. Caring for catnip ( nepeta ) includes not only correct watering and fertilization but also cutting. So that your catnip has the best conditions for healthy growth and beautiful flowers, you should know what to look…
The column cherry laurel ‘Genolia’ grows quickly to a slim and dense leaf front, which makes it ideal for small gardens and narrow beds. The column cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Genolia’) owes its name to its straight, slender growth, which makes this cherry laurel variety the ideal plant for narrow beds. But it shines as…
Low water consumption vegetables are becoming increasingly popular in our increasingly hot summers. We present 10 easy-care vegetables for dry, hot locations. Not all vegetables can cope with dry soils in hot midsummer. The water requirement of the respective species plays a major role here. So which vegetables need little water? We will introduce you…