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Indoor azalea, Rhododendron simsii: care from A to Z - 10 buying tips

Indoor azalea, Rhododendron simsii: care from A to Z - 10 buying tips

2025-06-01 06:06

In the winter months, our flower shops often offer a lushly flowering potted plant: the indoor azalea. We show what is involved in caring for Rhododendron simsii

Thuja occidentalis Columna - Care and cutting of the columnar thuja

Thuja occidentalis Columna - Care and cutting of the columnar thuja

2025-06-01 06:06

Better known as columnar thuja, the Thuja occidentalis Columna is characterized by its narrow columnar shape and medium-strong growth. Tips and information on care and cutting:

Potted gerbera - Instructions for caring for gerberas in pots

Potted gerbera - Instructions for caring for gerberas in pots

2025-06-01 06:06

Potted gerbera - Care for gerberas in pots - Because of their long shelf life, gerberas are popular cut flowers - even in pots. Find out everything you need to know

Wild strawberry, Fragaria vesca - care instructions

Wild strawberry, Fragaria vesca - care instructions

2025-06-01 06:06

Their name is a deception: wild strawberries can also be cultivated in the garden. You can find out how this can be done easily here

Cutting conifers: When is the best time?

Cutting conifers: When is the best time?

2025-06-01 06:06

Conifers like a sunny and airy environment and should therefore be cut regularly. You can find all the information about it here

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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

Grow truffles yourself - this is how you grow the mushroom speci alty

Grow truffles yourself - this is how you grow the mushroom speci alty

What was considered completely impossible until a few years ago has now become a reality: under certain conditions, you can also grow truffles in your own garden. Find out more here:

Bougainvillea doesn't bloom - so triplet flowers bloom permanently

Bougainvillea doesn't bloom - so triplet flowers bloom permanently

The triplet flower - bougainvillea blooms beautifully. If it stops blooming, there can be various reasons. We show what you should pay attention to when caring for it. Tips & Info:

Ornamental pear - care overview - varieties and cutting

Ornamental pear - care overview - varieties and cutting

In addition to the fruit trees, there are also some ornamental varieties of local pears. These ornamental trees are suitable for both the garden and the balcony. We give tips on proper care

Ornamental quince: care and cutting - is it poisonous or edible?

Ornamental quince: care and cutting - is it poisonous or edible?

The ornamental quince (Chaenomeles) is a member of the rose family and originally comes from China, Japan and Korea. Here you will find all the information about caring for the plant and lots of tips

Quick, juicy cake with applesauce - Recipe

Quick, juicy cake with applesauce - Recipe

If you have too much applesauce you can quickly bake a delicious and juicy cake with it. Here is the recipe for it

Crabapple Tree - Varieties & Care - Is it poisonous or edible?

Crabapple Tree - Varieties & Care - Is it poisonous or edible?

A crabapple tree brings color to the garden, especially if it is a variety where the small apples hang on the tree until winter. We give care tips & - information about ornamental apples