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Pine marten, noble marten: profile, food and natural enemies

Pine marten, noble marten: profile, food and natural enemies

2025-10-04 22:10

The pine marten is a forest dweller and belongs to the family of real martens. You can find all the important and unique identifying features for the noble marten (pine marten) here

17 wild and perennial early bloomers I sorted by color

17 wild and perennial early bloomers I sorted by color

2025-10-04 22:10

Early bloomers in forests & Gardens - Which ones are there? When do they bloom? - Here you will find the answers and plants sorted by color

16 cat-friendly houseplants

16 cat-friendly houseplants

2025-10-04 22:10

We introduce you to 16 safe and cat-friendly houseplants with brief care and location tips

Mixing plaster - instructions - Mixing ratio tips

Mixing plaster - instructions - Mixing ratio tips

2025-10-04 22:10

Plaster has many uses. We show what you should mix when mixing plaster and what you should pay attention to when deciding on the mixing ratio. With our instructions you can do it

When to sow herbs in the pot/garden - sowing calendar

When to sow herbs in the pot/garden - sowing calendar

2025-10-04 22:10

When should you sow herbs in a pot/garden? All information in our sowing calendar: which time is best

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Banana plant as a houseplant - the banana likes this care

Banana plant as a houseplant - the banana likes this care

The banana is a perennial that can grow several meters high. There are numerous different types of bananas. But you can also keep it as a cultivated houseplant. We show how to do it

Pomegranate tree care from A-Z + how to overwinter the pomegranate

Pomegranate tree care from A-Z + how to overwinter the pomegranate

The pomegranate is also called the Punic apple, which was derived from the botanical name Punica. We'll show you what you need to pay attention to when caring for it and how to safely overwinter it

Hydrangeas in pots / buckets - 12 care tips and information for overwintering

Hydrangeas in pots / buckets - 12 care tips and information for overwintering

Hydrangeas are extremely diverse. You can get them as houseplants in pots, or you can put them on the terrace as potted plants. We show what care the hydrangea needs

Dendrobium Nobile Orchid: Care from A-Z

Dendrobium Nobile Orchid: Care from A-Z

This beautiful type of orchid is as easy to care for as Phalaenopsis. It is a popular indoor orchid. You can find out here what you need to consider when caring for it

Winter protection for potted plants - this is how to properly cover plants

Winter protection for potted plants - this is how to properly cover plants

Potted plants in need of protection need protection - especially during the colder seasons. You can find out what you need to consider when wintering here and get tips and information

Perennial herbs in the herb garden - list of winter-hardy varieties

Perennial herbs in the herb garden - list of winter-hardy varieties

Fresh herbs from the garden are always something very special. It is ideal for refining numerous dishes. Here you can find out which herbs are perennial. Tips & Info here

Is oleander hardy? This is how you get him through the cold

Is oleander hardy? This is how you get him through the cold

The oleander is a very popular potted plant that is basically very easy to care for. However, there are some important details you should know. You can find information and tips for wintering here

Making hardy palm trees winter-proof - 10 care tips in winter

Making hardy palm trees winter-proof - 10 care tips in winter

Hardy palms - care in winter - Hardy palms should be hardy by name. They are only partially so. You can find out what you need to consider here. Tips & Info

Overwintering the olive tree - this is how it survives frost and cold without any problems

Overwintering the olive tree - this is how it survives frost and cold without any problems

Instructions and tips for overwintering olive trees indoors and outdoors, as well as tips for the olive tree in a pot. This is how you can get your olive through the winter well

Is the azalea hardy? This is how you overwinter azaleas in pots

Is the azalea hardy? This is how you overwinter azaleas in pots

With the azalea you can find a plant that you can enjoy over the winter without it freezing to death in the end. Tips & You can find information about care here

Overwinter potted plants successfully - the right winter protection

Overwinter potted plants successfully - the right winter protection

Many beautiful flowering plants, which are mainly known from vacations in warmer countries, can only be kept as potted plants. You can find out how to get them through the winter here

Properly care for and overwinter the date palm, Phoenix canariensis

Properly care for and overwinter the date palm, Phoenix canariensis

Date palm (Phoenix canariensis) – care - The Canary Islands date palm grows to around 15 meters high. However, it is also suitable as a houseplant. Find out more about care and characteristics

Overwinter the lemon tree properly - get it safely through the cold

Overwinter the lemon tree properly - get it safely through the cold

The lemon tree is a popular Mediterranean plant that emits an intense, pleasant scent when it blooms. You can find out from us how to get him through the winter well

Lemon tree has no leaves left - here's how to get it fit

Lemon tree has no leaves left - here's how to get it fit

Lemon trees - care, cutting - Yellow and sour, that's how lemons are known. But what do you do if the tree loses its leaves? We'll tell you everything you need to know

Grow chives in the pot - this is how to care for them in the apartment

Grow chives in the pot - this is how to care for them in the apartment

Chives in pots usually don't last long because the plant doesn't get enough air. Many people make the mistake of simply having too many seeds in one pot. You can see how to properly care for it here

Daisies overwinter in pots - Are daisy stems winter hardy?

Daisies overwinter in pots - Are daisy stems winter hardy?

Daisies are beautiful summer flowers that are becoming increasingly popular. With us you will find out how you can keep the daisy stems alive safely and stably over the winter

Shrub basil - care tips and overwintering

Shrub basil - care tips and overwintering

Shrub basil - care and cutting - For the majority of people, one of the most delicious spices is basil. Many people want it that way

Oleander has yellow leaves and they are falling off - what to do?

Oleander has yellow leaves and they are falling off - what to do?

The oleander is a very popular plant for the balcony, terrace or garden. We explain what you should do about yellow leaves and what can be the cause

Properly growing dahlias - instructions for growing them

Properly growing dahlias - instructions for growing them

Planting dahlia plants correctly - tips for planting - Dahlias are usually planted in the form of tubers, but plants can also be easily grown from these tubers. Find out more here

Garden strawflower, Helichrysum bracteatum - care tips

Garden strawflower, Helichrysum bracteatum - care tips

Everything you ever wanted to know about the garden strawflower (Helichrysum bracteatum) is here. Tips on cultivation, care, overwintering, cutting and drying