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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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Attach the pond edge: this is how the pond liner stays on the pond bank

Attach the pond edge: this is how the pond liner stays on the pond bank

The edge of the pond is the part of every water feature in the garden that is most open to design. Here you will find out what options you have for fixing pond liner in a visually appealing way

Eucalyptus tree: 11 tips for care & Overwintering

Eucalyptus tree: 11 tips for care & Overwintering

The eucalyptus tree is one of the myrtle family, whose over 100 genera with almost 5000 species are native primarily to Australia. We show you everything that needs to be taken into account when caring for it

Laying terrace tiles: on earth, sand, gravel or concrete?

Laying terrace tiles: on earth, sand, gravel or concrete?

Before laying patio tiles, you should make a few preliminary considerations. There are different surfaces on which the panels can be laid, with their respective special features. We'll show you what you need to pay attention to, what dangers there are and how best to proceed

Lantana, Lantana camara - location, care and propagation

Lantana, Lantana camara - location, care and propagation

The lantana (Lantana camara) blooms beautifully. We will show you how to properly care for this plant so that you can enjoy it for a long time. Tips & Information on caring for the lantana

12 remedies for ticks in the garden

12 remedies for ticks in the garden

Ticks are really unpopular animals that no one needs in their garden. We show which remedies can help against ticks in the garden

Nectarine tree from A-Z: planting, care and cutting

Nectarine tree from A-Z: planting, care and cutting

Nectarines are juicy, sweet and delicious. It is a mutation of the peach. We show what you should consider when growing and caring for a good harvest

Pickling cucumbers: information about cultivation, harvest and recipe for pickling

Pickling cucumbers: information about cultivation, harvest and recipe for pickling

There are many different types of belts. Here we will show you what you need to consider when growing and caring for pickling cucumbers. Tips & Information, including 3 delicious recipes, can be found here

Open pine cones - this is how you get the delicious pine nuts

Open pine cones - this is how you get the delicious pine nuts

Pine cones are about 8 to 16 centimeters long and 7 to 10 centimeters thick. They look greenish and may have red ridges. We'll show you how to get the coveted pine nuts

Fruit tree protection - protection against wild browsing on fruit trees

Fruit tree protection - protection against wild browsing on fruit trees

It's wonderful when you can watch wildlife from your home. It's not so great when these animals invade your own garden. We show you how you can protect your garden

Can you feed birds bread? What helps? What harm?

Can you feed birds bread? What helps? What harm?

There are many myths surrounding the topic of whether you can feed birds with bread or not. We clear up assumptions and half-truths and clarify what makes sense and what should be left behind

Espalier fruit with free-standing trellises - this is how to grow it successfully

Espalier fruit with free-standing trellises - this is how to grow it successfully

Growing espalier fruit has a centuries-long tradition, but it is not that easy. A lot of expertise and a lot of time are required. We show what matters

Get rid of snails in the garden - 9 effective home remedies

Get rid of snails in the garden - 9 effective home remedies

Tips for controlling snails in the garden. The article shows ways to prevent and combat snails in the garden using biological means and natural enemies

Planting ranunculus - cultivation and care from A-Z

Planting ranunculus - cultivation and care from A-Z

The ranunculus, botanical name Ranunculus asiaticus, is an undemanding perennial and hardy plant and belongs to the buttercup family. Here are tips for care

Lavender against wasps and ticks - does it really help?

Lavender against wasps and ticks - does it really help?

Who doesn't want to be able to enjoy the garden and nature to the fullest? We'll show you how you can do this with the help of lavender and its targeted use. Lots of tips & Information can be found here

Apple tree pruning: basic instructions - cutting apple trees

Apple tree pruning: basic instructions - cutting apple trees

Apple trees (Malus domestica) come in different forms, which are differentiated in terms of crown structure. We'll show you what you should pay attention to when pruning apple trees, with tips and & information

Wasp repellent in the garden - 5 home remedies that will let you eat with peace of mind

Wasp repellent in the garden - 5 home remedies that will let you eat with peace of mind

Some insects don't just share the green garden with us. We will show you alternatives to the chemical club. These remedies help against wasps. Tips & Information for peace and quiet in the garden

Cutting cornelian cherries - Instructions - Dirndl shrub, Cornus mas

Cutting cornelian cherries - Instructions - Dirndl shrub, Cornus mas

The cornelian cherry is one of the garden trees that prepare us for spring as early bloomers after winter. The dogwood plant is robust and undemanding. However, there are care aspects that should be taken into account. We'll show you what these are

Fruit tree pruning for apple trees - Instructions - When to cut?

Fruit tree pruning for apple trees - Instructions - When to cut?

Pruning an apple tree may seem complicated at first, but with the necessary knowledge and sensitivity it can be done without major problems. we show you how it works

Planting fruit trees correctly - which ones should you plant next to each other?

Planting fruit trees correctly - which ones should you plant next to each other?

You can find fruit trees not only in self-catering gardens, but also in almost every other garden. We'll show you how to plant them correctly and which ones fit next to each other. Tips & Information for you

Self-pollinating apple trees - list of popular apple varieties

Self-pollinating apple trees - list of popular apple varieties

Harvesting your own fruit from the garden is both a dream and a challenge for many hobby gardeners. We show what the myth of self-pollinating apple varieties is all about