We show what to look out for when caring for and repotting the Guiana Chestnut, also known as pachira, and give tips on how to propagate and how long the lucky charm will last. The Guiana Chestnut (Pachira aquatica) is a popular indoor plant. It belongs to the genus Pachira and the mallow family (Malvaceae)….
The Glory-Bower, also called clerodendrum, is still relatively unknown in our country. For all those who want to be pioneers when it comes to exotic shrubs, we have summarized the most important things about planting and caring for them in the garden. With its magnificent flowers and extraordinary fruits, the Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum) is slowly making…
The common evening primrose causes a sensation in the garden with its beautiful flowers. We will reveal what you need to keep in mind when planting and caring for it and present different ways of using it. In the evening, when dusk falls, the Common Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) lets its glow shine. Only then…
For the Weigelie florida to develop its beautiful flowers fully, it should be pruned regularly. We reveal when and how the perfect cut is made. The Weigela originally comes from the Far East of Asia. But with its distinct flowering richness in shades of white, pink, and red on its overhanging branches, it soon convinced…
The Hoya Kerrii plant has a very special leaf shape and is often used as a romantic gift. We will show you how to take care of Sweetheart Hoya. The plant is a great alternative to the traditional red rose on Valentine’s Day and also serves as an especially long-lasting proof of love. In this…
We show which soil is best suited for bonsai and why normal substrate is not an option. After all, the small tree has special requirements. Bonsai grow in a small bowl that does a big job. With its rather sparse content, it has to provide the tree’s livelihood. Because the plants draw their water and…
For orchids to bloom beautifully, again and again, they need a special potting mix for orchids. We will tell you why orchids need a special substrate and what properties it should have for perfect flowering. Do Orchids Need A Special Potting Mix? In the wild, orchids do not grow on forest soil because they do…
A special houseplant is the Calathea, which originates from the humid Neotropis and is often called Calathea. How to plant and care for it, you can read here. Especially through its striking leaves, the plant captivates and becomes an eye-catcher for every living room. Read with us, who the tropical beauty is, how she also…
Even the smallest tree needs nutrients from time to time. We show when and how to fertilize your bonsai and which fertilizer is best suited for this. Just like with its free-growing conspecifics, the care of a bonsai includes the regular supply of nutrients. The correct fertilization does not only depend on the plant species…
For the bonsai to thrive, the correct water supply is crucial. Here you will learn what you should consider when watering bonsai. Because of the shell culture, there is hardly any room for mistakes in the care of a bonsai. Especially watering can quickly become a source of error. Because the limited shell volume and…
