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Catching and collecting rainwater: 7 ways

Catching and collecting rainwater: 7 ways

2025-10-04 22:10

Here you can read 7 ways on how you can catch and collect rainwater to reuse it in the garden or household

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

Echinopsis cacti - species/varieties and care tips

Echinopsis cacti - species/varieties and care tips

2025-10-04 22:10

Echinopsis - Echinopsis is better known as the farmer's cactus. The spherical cacti belong to a genus of around 180 species within the actual cacti. Echinopsis come from, among other things

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

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

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Which decking wood is the best? Types of wood in comparison

Which decking wood is the best? Types of wood in comparison

If you already have a nice terrace, you can also cover it with wood. But does it always have to be expensive tropical wood or are there cheaper solutions? We show what you need to consider with the different types of wood. Here you will find all the advantages and disadvantages

Vine tomatoes: information on growing the plants, care and size

Vine tomatoes: information on growing the plants, care and size

Vine tomatoes are often not too sensitive and are much less likely to suffer from brown and late blight. We'll show you what you need to pay attention to when caring for it and getting a good harvest

The four-leaf clover: everything about the meaning of lucky clover

The four-leaf clover: everything about the meaning of lucky clover

Every child knows that the four-leaf clover is supposed to bring good luck. Accordingly, the clover is one of the most popular symbols and gifts for celebrations. We show how long this symbol has been around and what meaning the 4-leaf clover has among the Celts and in Christianity

Build a wild bee house - it's that easy to breed wild bees yourself

Build a wild bee house - it's that easy to breed wild bees yourself

Breed wild bees in the garden instead of driving them away! Bees are a broad term. Most people only think of the well-known honey bee. But there are also wild bees that are also very important for the he alth of nature. We'll show you how you can build a beautiful home for you

Root louse: this is how you recognize and combat mealybugs

Root louse: this is how you recognize and combat mealybugs

If your plants stop growing, wilt and the leaves turn yellow, this may be due to root lice, which like to attack plants in their thousands. Here you will find all the important information about combating it

Canary Island date palm, Phoenix canariensis - care information + growth per year

Canary Island date palm, Phoenix canariensis - care information + growth per year

The Canary Island date palm is a feather palm and is suitable as an indoor palm or as a pot plant for the terrace. Here you can find out everything about caring for a he althy plant with a long life expectancy

Rain barrel in winter: empty it when it's frosty? How to make it frost-proof?

Rain barrel in winter: empty it when it's frosty? How to make it frost-proof?

A rain barrel in the garden makes watering easier and you can also save money on water costs. But what do you do with the water barrel in winter? Here you can find out how to properly handle the various water storage tanks in frosty conditions

Terrace roofing made of wood/glass/aluminium from Poland - an alternative?

Terrace roofing made of wood/glass/aluminium from Poland - an alternative?

" In Poland, most products can be manufactured more cheaply because…" is something you hear more and more often. We illuminate and clarify what is behind it. Here you can find out whether/when a patio roof from Poland is worthwhile and what you should definitely pay attention to

Build your own espalier fruit frame - wooden fruit espalier instructions

Build your own espalier fruit frame - wooden fruit espalier instructions

Fruit trees often grow tall and sprawling. Not every property owner has space for this. Fruit trellises are an alternative. With our instructions, hobby gardeners will learn how to create a trellis that has been washed. In our instructions you will find out everything you need to know about building your own espalier fruit framework

Granite patio slabs: Advantages and disadvantages of granite slabs

Granite patio slabs: Advantages and disadvantages of granite slabs

If you want to equip your terrace with tiles, you have to choose between natural stone slabs or concrete slabs. Here you will find out all the advantages and disadvantages of granite as a material for your terrace

Learning to tie flowers - basic instructions for a bouquet of flowers

Learning to tie flowers - basic instructions for a bouquet of flowers

Bouquets of flowers, whether in summer or winter, delight the spirit and serve as both a gift and a colorful decorative element. Here you will receive a basic course on learning to tie flowers

Drive away dormouse - this is how you catch the animal in the house

Drive away dormouse - this is how you catch the animal in the house

The dormouse is a rodent that is primarily active at night. It has rounded ears, large black eyes and a bushy tail. Here you can find out how to get rid of the dormouse, how to catch it and what you can do to prevent it

Popular male and female cat names: 179 male and 162 female names

Popular male and female cat names: 179 male and 162 female names

How do you find the appropriate and correct name for a cat? In addition to numerous female and male cat names, we offer you a few suggestions for finding a name for your cat and tomcat. We hope you enjoy being inspired

Freeze fresh, dried and ground herbs and spices

Freeze fresh, dried and ground herbs and spices

Without a doubt, herbs and spices taste best freshly harvested from your own garden. However, you cannot harvest fresh herbs at every time of the year and so preserving them by freezing makes a lot of sense. Here you will find out everything about how to properly freeze herbs and what else you should definitely pay attention to

Maggots in compost: this is how you get rid of grubs and other larvae

Maggots in compost: this is how you get rid of grubs and other larvae

Compost is an excellent fertilizer for the garden and is also free. However, you lose the joy of using your own fertilizer if the compost is contaminated with maggots. We clarify where the maggots come from, how you can avoid maggots in compost and what the difference to grubs actually is. With our tips & information you can enjoy your garden more

Fight field horsetail - this is how you destroy it permanently

Fight field horsetail - this is how you destroy it permanently

The field horsetail, which is also known as cat's tail or scrubweed, is a weed that lives in the garden for several years. We will show you how to successfully combat field horsetail and why it also has advantages. With our tips & information you can enjoy your garden more

Build your own mini greenhouse: 4 ideas for a DIY indoor greenhouse

Build your own mini greenhouse: 4 ideas for a DIY indoor greenhouse

A small foil greenhouse is quick and easy to build. As an alternative to a large and expensive greenhouse, a mini greenhouse is definitely worth it. We'll show you how easy it is to build your own greenhouse for your windowsill

Insulate the garden house: this is how you insulate the floor, facade and roof

Insulate the garden house: this is how you insulate the floor, facade and roof

A garden house on the property is exposed to all sorts of weather conditions throughout the year, from snow to wind to temperatures over 30°C, which can take a toll on the building. Depending on the use, it may be necessary to insulate the cottage to prevent weather damage.

Peat: what is white peat and black peat? Properties and Uses

Peat: what is white peat and black peat? Properties and Uses

Peat used to be incorporated into the garden soil in large quantities, but people are now somewhat more critical of this material. Here you can find out everything you need to know about black and white peat

Drying hydrangeas without losing color - 7 tips for hydrangea flowers

Drying hydrangeas without losing color - 7 tips for hydrangea flowers

Hydrangeas are a little difficult to dry because their flowers break down easily and they lose their color quickly. Here you will find out what options there are to dry hydrangeas successfully