There are both hanging and standing varieties of petunias. We show where and how best to plant petunias and what to pay attention to in the care of flowers. Whether hanging petunias in hanging baskets or standing ones in balcony boxes – petunias (Petunia) with their large, cup-shaped flowers, which shine in a wide variety…
If the petunias on your windows suddenly turn yellow leaves and no longer look very decorative, then they are dealing with chlorosis. Like all our plants, our balcony flowers need the right nutrients to grow magnificently. If the leaves on your Petunias turn yellow, especially the young leaves, then it is most likely chlorosis, which…
Why does your lemon tree get yellow leaves? If you have already asked yourself this question, we will explain what may be the cause and how to combat it. Yellow leaves are always a clear sign: Your lemon tree (Citrus x Limon) is not feeling well and is crying out for help. Now it’s your…
Iron as a nutrient is mainly used for the formation of enzymes. Learn how iron fertilizer is used and whether it is toxic. Not only we humans can suffer from iron deficiency, but also plants can lack this trace element. In this case, fertilization with iron is necessary. We have iron deficiency due to headaches,…
More and more plant lovers are looking for vegan fertilizers. We reveal why not every fertilizer is vegan and what benefits animal-free fertilizers bring. The vegan diet is currently a big trend. It promises more health and at the same time, it contributes to nature and climate protection. Many vegans go even further and do…
The yellow fruits of the lemon tree bring Mediterranean flair to our gardens. You can find out when, how, and with what to fertilize the lemon tree properly here. The lemon tree (Citrus limon) with its bright yellow fruits is one of the most popular citrus plants among the diamond plants (Rutaceae). Due to its…
Coffee grounds are a popular home remedy for fertilizing orchids, roses. We show why coffee is good for your plants and how to use it. Many of us can’t really get on the road without our morning coffee. But have you ever thought that you could use the coffee grounds to give your plants a…
Eggshells do not have to go in the trash but can serve as a source of nutrients for plants. We explain how to use eggshells as fertilizer. On average, a US citizen eats 245 eggs a year. The resulting eggshells usually end up in organic waste. However, some resourceful gardeners appreciate the shells as fertilizer….
Again and again, you hear that banana peels are used as fertilizer. But does it really work? We investigate the myth and clear it up. Fertilizing is often a double-edged sword for gardeners: On the one hand, nutrients are essential for the optimal supply of our plants and thus also for a good harvest, on…
Although cacti and succulents are not considered to require much care, they too need a certain amount of attention to thrive magnificently. With their thick-fleshed leaves and unusual shapes, cacti (Cactaceae) and succulents have long been popular houseplants. But one characteristic, in particular, makes these green co-inhabitants so attractive: they are considered to be plants…
