Garden care

13 home remedies for aphids: coffee grounds, garlic, tea tree oil & Co

13 home remedies for aphids: coffee grounds, garlic, tea tree oil & Co

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

The most common pests on potted plants are aphids, which come in a variety of colors and sizes. We will show you practical home remedies that help against aphids

Creating a herb lawn: 7 herbs that should be in the wild herb lawn

Creating a herb lawn: 7 herbs that should be in the wild herb lawn

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

For all those who want a lawn but think a traditional ornamental lawn is a bit boring, here's good news: herb lawn. We show what you should pay attention to and what needs to be included

Palm fertilizer: 6 fertilizers and home remedies for palm trees - Is blue grain good?

Palm fertilizer: 6 fertilizers and home remedies for palm trees - Is blue grain good?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

We often find palm trees in pots and planters. Only a few hardy varieties can be planted directly in the garden. There are a few things to consider when fertilizing

Fertilizing lawns in autumn - Overview - Timing, fall fertilizer & Co

Fertilizing lawns in autumn - Overview - Timing, fall fertilizer & Co

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

It can be worthwhile to fertilize the lawn in autumn. We explain the advantages and show you what else you should consider when caring for your lawn before winter

Building a Bumblebee Castle: Instructions - The ideal location to set up

Building a Bumblebee Castle: Instructions - The ideal location to set up

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Have you ever wondered where the bumblebee lives? Whoever provides the bumblebee colonies with a bumblebee castle will know for sure in the future. There are instructions for building a bumblebee castle here

Drive away cockchafers: recognize grubs - 5 natural enemies

Drive away cockchafers: recognize grubs - 5 natural enemies

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

May beetles are not major garden pests. They feed on the leaves of trees and bushes. However, the grubs are not welcome in the lawn. We show how to promote natural fineness

Fertilize and lime your lawn at the same time? What is recommended

Fertilize and lime your lawn at the same time? What is recommended

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In addition to scarifying and mowing, a lawn should also be fertilized and limed regularly. We explain when lime and fertilizer belong on the lawn and whether this can be done at the same time

What is substrate? Which do which plants need? - Mixing instructions

What is substrate? Which do which plants need? - Mixing instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Here you will find information about which substrate and mixture is best for your plants. We show what you should pay attention to

What are leaf cuttings? Here's how to propagate plants this way

What are leaf cuttings? Here's how to propagate plants this way

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Propagation through leaf cuttings is uncomplicated. However, only certain plants are suitable. We introduce some of them and show how to do it in instructions

Fertilizing lawns in winter - 5 tips for winter fertilizer

Fertilizing lawns in winter - 5 tips for winter fertilizer

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In autumn the light and weather conditions change and so do the demands of the lawn. We give you tips on winter fertilization

List: these types of ants are found in Germany - ants

List: these types of ants are found in Germany - ants

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Biologically speaking, ants, like bees, belong to the group of hymenoptera / insects. There are 9,600 different species of ants worldwide, we will show you the representatives from Germany

Ash as fertilizer - These 18 plants tolerate wood ash

Ash as fertilizer - These 18 plants tolerate wood ash

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Are ash and coal recommended as fertilizer? - You can fertilize plants with fire residue. You can find out under what conditions this is possible here

Germination time of lawn in days - Accelerate germination

Germination time of lawn in days - Accelerate germination

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In order to get a nice, thick lawn, it is important to know the germination time for the lawn seeds. We show what you should pay attention to and how you can influence the germination time

Pricking radishes: instructions - How to increase the harvest

Pricking radishes: instructions - How to increase the harvest

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

You can also grow radishes yourself. We show how easy it is to increase your yield. Use our tips for pricking out and you will soon be able to harvest more radishes

Lawn fertilizer: What's in it? - 7 ingredients and composition

Lawn fertilizer: What's in it? - 7 ingredients and composition

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Lawn fertilization is an important basis for beautiful and well-maintained lawns. We give you an overview of fertilizers and their ingredients

Wood ash as fertilizer - These 70 plants love grills and charcoal

Wood ash as fertilizer - These 70 plants love grills and charcoal

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

There are many things that can be used as plant fertilizer. We show how you can even use wood ash as fertilizer and which plants are very happy about it

Bed border made from plants: Which ones are suitable as a bed border?

Bed border made from plants: Which ones are suitable as a bed border?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

The smaller a garden is, the more difficult it is to design the garden inconspicuously. Bed borders do not always have to be powerful and massive. It also works green

Germinating grass seeds: how long does it take for grass seeds to germinate?

Germinating grass seeds: how long does it take for grass seeds to germinate?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

A garden without lawn is possible but probably a rarity. Here you can find out everything about how long lawn seeds germinate so that you can sow your lawn on time

Cutting zebra grass - When should you cut it back?

Cutting zebra grass - When should you cut it back?

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Zebra grass is easily recognized by its irregular stripes and dots in the leaves. If you like the plant, here's how to care for it

When should I fertilize and scarify? Spring lawn care

When should I fertilize and scarify? Spring lawn care

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

After winter, the lawn often needs particularly intensive care. We show what you should pay attention to and when you have to start scarifying with fertilizer &

Algicide - What is it? - Applications & Risks

Algicide - What is it? - Applications & Risks

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Algicides are biocides and are effective against algae on stone surfaces or in water. We show you how to best use the resources

Lawn felt - 8 tips to remove matted lawn

Lawn felt - 8 tips to remove matted lawn

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Lawn thatch is a densely woven layer of non-rotted plant fibers. It puts a strain on the lawn. We show what you can do about the felt

Pre-cultivating plants - 8 tips for he althy & cheap plants

Pre-cultivating plants - 8 tips for he althy & cheap plants

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

If you already have some gardening experience, pre-cultivating plants makes sense and is practical. We will give you some tips on this

Mowing the lawn in the heat & drought - Lawn care in summer

Mowing the lawn in the heat & drought - Lawn care in summer

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

We also have summers that create an almost Mediterranean atmosphere. Here you can find out how to properly care for your lawn in hot and dry conditions

Combat aphids on herbs biologically - 10 home remedies & beneficial insects

Combat aphids on herbs biologically - 10 home remedies & beneficial insects

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

If the garden herbs are infested with aphids, you should react: We show you how to combat aphids biologically

In what weather should I lime the lawn? - 11 tips for lime fertilizer

In what weather should I lime the lawn? - 11 tips for lime fertilizer

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

The pride of every garden owner is a lush green lawn. If it is free of weeds and grows evenly, everyone will enjoy its beauty. We give tips on how to properly lime

Dolomite lime - when to sprinkle? - Use in lawns and against moss

Dolomite lime - when to sprinkle? - Use in lawns and against moss

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Dolomite lime: It makes unwanted soil acids disappear and ensures a balanced magnesium balance. Further tips & Information about dolomite lime can be found here

How fast does lawn grow? - Growth information

How fast does lawn grow? - Growth information

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

You can either watch the grass grow or simply read our article on growing grasses. We show what you should pay attention to when growing grass

Laying turf - Information about preparation, costs, timing & care

Laying turf - Information about preparation, costs, timing & care

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Instructions for laying turf - the right time, preparation and sequence when laying. Here you will find out what to pay attention to and how to do it correctly

Lawn Growth - This way you can speed up the germination of your lawn

Lawn Growth - This way you can speed up the germination of your lawn

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

If you treat your lawn correctly in spring, you can look forward to a wonderful green lawn when summer arrives. We show you how to start lawn growth correctly

How does ant spray work? Is it toxic to humans?

How does ant spray work? Is it toxic to humans?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Especially when you have small children in the house, you think about how you could still effectively combat these shooters and the ants. Here's what you need to pay attention to when using ant spray:

Remove dandelions - 7 tips to destroy, get rid of &

Remove dandelions - 7 tips to destroy, get rid of &

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Dandelions are one of the most stubborn weeds in the garden. It looks pretty in a meadow, but very few gardeners want it in the lawn. We show you how to destroy dandelions

Fighting lice on raspberries - 13 natural remedies for aphids

Fighting lice on raspberries - 13 natural remedies for aphids

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Aphids are a recurring pest in many gardens, we show which effective home remedies you can use to combat lice on raspberries

Which lawn fertilizer to use in spring? 9 tips for spring

Which lawn fertilizer to use in spring? 9 tips for spring

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Lawns need special nutrients to grow he althily. We show which fertilizer applications make sense in spring and which care measures are involved

Scarifying the lawn: spring or autumn? - The right moment

Scarifying the lawn: spring or autumn? - The right moment

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Scarify and aerate the lawn to put an end to moss and weeds - for a he althy lawn. We show when the right time is to scarify the lawn

Build your own salad tree - Tips for the salad tube

Build your own salad tree - Tips for the salad tube

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Build your own lettuce tree - instructions - self-sufficiency is an ever-present keyword in this day and age. We show you how to build a salad tower / salad tube yourself

Ant Remedies - 13 natural remedies for ants

Ant Remedies - 13 natural remedies for ants

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

These natural ant remedies help against nuisances in the house and garden. You can find natural remedies and home remedies against ants here

Prevent aphids - 6 home remedies for aphids

Prevent aphids - 6 home remedies for aphids

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Prevent aphid infestation – Fighting aphid infestation naturally is very time-consuming. Prevention is better. How to avoid aphids

Using raised moor peat as potting soil - What should you bear in mind?

Using raised moor peat as potting soil - What should you bear in mind?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Raised moor peat as potting soil? Raised moor peat is still sold mixed with potting soil & - we show the alternatives and show why this is necessary

Drive away wild bees - What to do about wild bees in the garden?

Drive away wild bees - What to do about wild bees in the garden?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

The term wild bees refers to all bee species with the exception of the honey bee. We show how you can gently drive them away