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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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Cutting elderberries - you definitely have to pay attention to this

Cutting elderberries - you definitely have to pay attention to this

An elderberry in the garden is not only beautiful to look at when it is blooming, but the flowers and later the berries can also be made into delicious things. We show you how to cut the elderberry so that it sprouts well and stays he althy

Lucky clover plant, Oxalis tetraphylla - sowing, care and overwintering

Lucky clover plant, Oxalis tetraphylla - sowing, care and overwintering

Did you also receive a lucky clover pot as a gift at the turn of the year? Then we'll show you how to properly care for it. Or you can look at how to plant and sow it here

Cutting butterfly lilac correctly - 3 steps to success

Cutting butterfly lilac correctly - 3 steps to success

With the right cut at the right time, you can not only control the growth of a plant, but also contribute to its he alth. You can find out how to cut the butterfly lilac correctly here

Instructions for cutting gorse - what should you pay attention to?

Instructions for cutting gorse - what should you pay attention to?

With the right cut, a plant can grow properly. Here we will show you everything you need to consider when cutting gorse. With our tips and information you will succeed

Drying coffee grounds as flower fertilizer - valuable ingredients

Drying coffee grounds as flower fertilizer - valuable ingredients

Coffee as fertilizer in the garden - that's what's in the coffee grounds - As a supposed waste product, coffee can still serve many purposes in the garden:

Cutting loquat - step by step instructions

Cutting loquat - step by step instructions

In order to enjoy a loquat for a long time, you also need in-depth knowledge about cutting loquat. We'll show you how it's done and what you need to pay attention to to avoid mistakes

Harvesting zucchini correctly - harvest time + Can you cut off the leaves?

Harvesting zucchini correctly - harvest time + Can you cut off the leaves?

What can you harvest from a zucchini plant? We'll tell you and show you what you should pay attention to. You will be surprised. Get our Hausgarten.net tips and information

Rhipsalis cassutha: is it poisonous? Instructions for care and propagation

Rhipsalis cassutha: is it poisonous? Instructions for care and propagation

The coral cactus (Rhipsalis cassutha) resembles round shoelaces or spaghetti. You can find out everything you need to know about the toxicity and complete care of this plant here

Ornamental plum from A-Z: Care and cutting of the ornamental plum tree

Ornamental plum from A-Z: Care and cutting of the ornamental plum tree

The ornamental plum is also known by many other names: cherry plum - Prunus cerasifera - myrobalane - blood plum. We give tips & information about caring for the plant

Lilacs are not blooming or not blooming properly - you can do that

Lilacs are not blooming or not blooming properly - you can do that

If the lilac doesn't bloom properly, it's a very annoying thing. We will show you what reasons the flowering may not occur and give you tips on how to deal with it successfully

Pampas grass doesn't bloom / doesn't grow new fronds - what to do?

Pampas grass doesn't bloom / doesn't grow new fronds - what to do?

If the pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana) does not bloom or does not sprout any fronds, this is annoying. We show what causes this and how you can fix or avoid them

Garden marshmallow / hibiscus does not bloom - causes + special care

Garden marshmallow / hibiscus does not bloom - causes + special care

Why is my hibiscus / marshmallow not blooming? We show the possible causes and what steps can be taken to combat them. Bring the hibiscus to bloom

Alocasia, Elephant Ear - care and help with yellow leaves

Alocasia, Elephant Ear - care and help with yellow leaves

The alocasia (Alocasia), also known as tropical root or arrow leaf or elephant ear, is probably one of the most beautiful plants in the tropics. We show you what you need to pay attention to when caring for it

Oleander doesn't bloom - buds don't open - what to do?

Oleander doesn't bloom - buds don't open - what to do?

When the oleander doesn't want to bloom and its buds don't open, it's pretty annoying. Don't despair! We'll show you what's probably wrong and what can help

Cutting rhubarb after harvest - how do you cut it back?

Cutting rhubarb after harvest - how do you cut it back?

Plants are usually pruned after the harvest, but what about rhubarb? We will show you what you have to be aware of. Tips and information on proper care

Rock dust: Apply primary rock dust for roses and lawns

Rock dust: Apply primary rock dust for roses and lawns

Rock dust is neither fertilizer nor pesticide. Rock powder is used as a soil additive. Find out more about the components and uses of primary rock powder

Chocolate cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguineus) - care and overwintering

Chocolate cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguineus) - care and overwintering

Chocolate cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguineus) is also often called chocolate flower. As a summer flower that delights us with its flowers and scent throughout the summer, the chocolate flower is relatively undemanding to care for

Fertilize hydroponics - make effective fertilizer yourself

Fertilize hydroponics - make effective fertilizer yourself

It is very important to fertilize hydroponics because the expanded clay only stores water but does not contain any nutrients. Instead of special fertilizers, there are also many good home remedies for hydroponics

Worms in the potting soil of my houseplants - what to do?

Worms in the potting soil of my houseplants - what to do?

Worms in potting soil are usually very useful. But they are undesirable for houseplants. We will show you ways to remove creepy crawlies from the potting soil

Drying fruit in the oven or microwave? That's how it's done

Drying fruit in the oven or microwave? That's how it's done

Dried fruit is delicious. You can buy it ready-made or make it yourself. For that there are different possibilities. We show what you need to pay attention to. Have fun trying it out