Garden care 2025, January

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Lawn felt - 8 tips to remove matted lawn

Lawn felt - 8 tips to remove matted lawn

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Algicide - What is it? - Applications & Risks

Algicide - What is it? - Applications & Risks

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

When should I fertilize and scarify? Spring lawn care

When should I fertilize and scarify? Spring lawn care

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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 &

Cutting zebra grass - When should you cut it back?

Cutting zebra grass - When should you cut it back?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Pricking radishes: instructions - How to increase the harvest

Pricking radishes: instructions - How to increase the harvest

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Germination time of lawn in days - Accelerate germination

Germination time of lawn in days - Accelerate germination

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Ash as fertilizer - These 18 plants tolerate wood ash

Ash as fertilizer - These 18 plants tolerate wood ash

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Fertilizing lawns in winter - 5 tips for winter fertilizer

Fertilizing lawns in winter - 5 tips for winter fertilizer

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Drive away cockchafers: recognize grubs - 5 natural enemies

Drive away cockchafers: recognize grubs - 5 natural enemies

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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

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

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

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: 2025-01-13 07:01

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

Have a wasp nest removed by the fire department: cost overview

Have a wasp nest removed by the fire department: cost overview

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

When a wasp's nest is discovered near a human habitation, the shock is sometimes very great. We explain who you should call in this case and what costs there may be

Closing gaps in the lawn: reseeding in 5 steps - Gaps in the lawn

Closing gaps in the lawn: reseeding in 5 steps - Gaps in the lawn

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Gaps & bare spots in the lawn can be traced back to many causes. The important thing is that they can be repaired with little effort. We will explain to you how it works

First lawn cut: when should you mow new lawn for the first time?

First lawn cut: when should you mow new lawn for the first time?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

When you create a new lawn, the anxious question is always "When can I mow the lawn for the first time?" . We show you what is important when cutting your lawn for the first time

Hydrochloric acid against weeds, bamboo and ivy - Are acids allowed?

Hydrochloric acid against weeds, bamboo and ivy - Are acids allowed?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Killing weeds with s alt: saline solution and hydrochloric acid - fighting weeds with s alt is short-sighted. We'll explain to you here what s alt solution and acid can do

Cat deterrent in the garden: natural cat deterrent with home remedies

Cat deterrent in the garden: natural cat deterrent with home remedies

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Neighbor's cats drain the pond, problems with cat excrement in your own garden even though you don't have any cats? We will show you effective home remedies for unwanted cats in the garden

Building a raised bed from wooden pallets - the 3 best building instructions

Building a raised bed from wooden pallets - the 3 best building instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Euro pallets are very versatile. Here we show you 3 instructions on how to build a raised bed yourself from Euro pallets. Our DIY instructions are free and easy to understand

Creeping buttercups in the lawn: how to combat them effectively

Creeping buttercups in the lawn: how to combat them effectively

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Creeping buttercup is on the rise. How do you protect your lawn from it? Read our tips for combating creeping buttercups. Tips & Information for a he althy lawn

Build holiday watering: water flowers with wool thread/string

Build holiday watering: water flowers with wool thread/string

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Not everyone has a person to take care of the plants while on vacation. We show how you can water plants well over a certain period of time with the help of a wool thread

How to successfully fight spider mites - 7 proven remedies

How to successfully fight spider mites - 7 proven remedies

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

It is feared by almost every hobby gardener and botanist: the common spider mite. We show what means and ways there are to get rid of this plague. Tips for combating it

Irrigation system for potted plants: flower pot irrigation

Irrigation system for potted plants: flower pot irrigation

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Build your own irrigation system for potted plants. The optimal supply of water is difficult to achieve with potted plants. But we'll show you a few tricks that will help

Sulfuric ammonia for the lawn - Ammonium sulfate fertilizer

Sulfuric ammonia for the lawn - Ammonium sulfate fertilizer

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

With a green, dense and leafy year, the new gardening season really begins. We show you how to get your lawn back in shape after the winter with ammonium sulfate fertilizer

Cutting corkscrew hazelnut - Properly rejuvenate corkscrew hazel

Cutting corkscrew hazelnut - Properly rejuvenate corkscrew hazel

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

The corkscrew hazel (Corylus avellana 'Contorta') is also known as the corkscrew hazelnut. With us you will find out how, when and where to cut the corkscrew hazel correctly

Iron fertilizer stains: how to remove rust stains

Iron fertilizer stains: how to remove rust stains

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Iron fertilizer is very useful in the garden, on the terrace and on the balcony, but it has the unpleasant side effect of rust stains. We show you how to remove iron fertilizer stains