Garden encyclopedia 2025, January

Build your own composter - 12 tips for rain barrels, pallets & garbage cans

Build your own composter - 12 tips for rain barrels, pallets & garbage cans

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

There is a place for making compost in every garden. Here you will find a few interesting projects for building your own composter

Pine mulch - an alternative type of mulch to bark mulch?

Pine mulch - an alternative type of mulch to bark mulch?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

With pine mulch, the hobby gardener receives a high-quality, decorative ground cover that has its price. We show the advantages and disadvantages of the alternative to bark mulch

Outdoor wood care oil: types and uses - Instructions

Outdoor wood care oil: types and uses - Instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Wood is a beautiful building material, but wood also requires care. Wood needs to be well cared for, especially outdoors. We show you how to properly use wood care oil outdoors

Balcony glazing - Costs & Prices you have to expect

Balcony glazing - Costs & Prices you have to expect

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

The balcony is often neglected. But with the right balcony glazing you can make yourself really comfortable. We show what costs can be expected

Sterlet - keeping in the garden pond - Information about growth & food

Sterlet - keeping in the garden pond - Information about growth & food

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Many pond owners are fascinated by the sturgeon, an ancient fish that has been around for about a quarter of a billion years. We show what you have to consider when keeping sterlets in the garden pond

Dispose of pool water: 4 methods - What should you pay attention to with chlorinated water?

Dispose of pool water: 4 methods - What should you pay attention to with chlorinated water?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

When the swimming season is over or you have to dispose of pool water for other reasons, the big question is always "What do I have to consider when disposing of chlorinated water?" . We show how it's done

Design the edge of the pond - 10 ideas for pond borders & pond border design

Design the edge of the pond - 10 ideas for pond borders & pond border design

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

The design of the edge of the pond has a significant influence on the effect of the garden pond. Here we give tips on designing with different materials

Shredding garden waste and hedge clippings: which shredder is suitable?

Shredding garden waste and hedge clippings: which shredder is suitable?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Is it worth buying a chipper? We show who is really interested in which shredder in the garden. Here are the differences and decision-making aids

Colored bark mulch: colorful decorative mulch - Where buy? Prices

Colored bark mulch: colorful decorative mulch - Where buy? Prices

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Bark mulch not only has practical advantages, but it can also be used decoratively. There are colored varieties for this

Pike herb, Pontederia: care from A - Z - 5 tips for wintering

Pike herb, Pontederia: care from A - Z - 5 tips for wintering

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

The pike herb (Pontederia) originally comes from the muddy banks of South American rivers. There are comprehensive care instructions for the pike herb here

Burn garden waste - When can you burn green waste & Co.?

Burn garden waste - When can you burn green waste & Co.?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Burn garden waste - what can you do? - Green waste is often bulky and difficult to transport. Is it allowed to burn them on site?

Keeping sunfish in the pond - 7 tips for keeping & food

Keeping sunfish in the pond - 7 tips for keeping & food

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Keeping sunfish in the pond: If you have a large pond, you want to see beautiful fish in it. I also like fish that look a little different than the neighbor's fish

What can go in the compost? What not? - Free PDF list

What can go in the compost? What not? - Free PDF list

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

With the right care, you can use compost to obtain good soil for your plants and also remove kitchen waste at the same time. But what can go in the compost?

Where should the lawn clippings go? - Lawn mulch as fertilizer for beds & Co

Where should the lawn clippings go? - Lawn mulch as fertilizer for beds & Co

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

If you maintain a beautiful lawn on your property, that lawn will be mowed quite often during peak season. Here you can find out how to use grass clippings

Bark mulch against weeds: how does mulch help protect against weeds?

Bark mulch against weeds: how does mulch help protect against weeds?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Weeds are a real pest in the home garden. But you can prevent this: with bark mulch. Thats how it works:

Bark humus - Properties & Use of bark compost

Bark humus - Properties & Use of bark compost

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

In addition to bark mulch, there is a finer variant, bark humus. It is well suited as a soil improver

Build your own quick composter - Build a stone composter

Build your own quick composter - Build a stone composter

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Every garden owner can compost themselves with little effort and build a quick composter. Here you will find the construction instructions for a quick composter made of stone

Turning and spreading compost: when and how?

Turning and spreading compost: when and how?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

If you create compost, you can enrich the garden soil with natural nutrients. What should you consider when turning compost? Find out with us here

Compost accelerators: pros and cons - Make your own organic alternative

Compost accelerators: pros and cons - Make your own organic alternative

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Compost is a cheap source of fresh plant soil. However, good compost soil also takes some time. We show the advantages and disadvantages of compost accelerators & alternatives

Bark mulch Disadvantages & Advantages - 12 facts you should consider

Bark mulch Disadvantages & Advantages - 12 facts you should consider

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Bark mulch is often used in many gardens. Gardeners have their good reasons. But mulch also has disadvantages. Here you can find out what you need to consider

Disposing of garden waste: what to do with branches, acorns, pine cones & Co?

Disposing of garden waste: what to do with branches, acorns, pine cones & Co?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Garden waste should be disposed of as quickly and easily as possible. The aim is to use the garden waste and, in the best case, to add it back into the garden cycle

Composting for Beginners: Instructions - My first compost

Composting for Beginners: Instructions - My first compost

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Compost correctly - this is how good compost is created. We show what you should consider when composting, especially if it is your first compost. But it's easier than you think

Cattails: care from A-Z - 8 tips for propagation & cutting

Cattails: care from A-Z - 8 tips for propagation & cutting

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Cattails are one of the most popular pond plants because they are very pretty to look at. We'll tell you what you should pay attention to when caring for it and how to propagate it

Waterlogging: what to do? - How to eliminate waterlogging in the pot

Waterlogging: what to do? - How to eliminate waterlogging in the pot

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Waterlogging can occur in both garden and house plants and cause a plant to rot. We show you how to recognize, combat and prevent waterlogging

Turn your garden pond into a swimming pond: convert it in 8 steps

Turn your garden pond into a swimming pond: convert it in 8 steps

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

A pond in the garden is a great asset and here you will find out how you can convert a normal garden pond into a swimming pond

47 forest plants from A-Z - What plants grow in the forest?

47 forest plants from A-Z - What plants grow in the forest?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

When you go for a walk in the forest, do you keep your eyes open to discover the most beautiful forest plants? We have collected our favorites

9 Alternatives to Bark Mulch: Pine Bark & Co - What is better?

9 Alternatives to Bark Mulch: Pine Bark & Co - What is better?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Coarsely grated mulch made from tree bark is used to cover the garden. We show 9 alternatives to bark mulch that you should definitely know

Build your own gravity filter for a pond: instructions

Build your own gravity filter for a pond: instructions

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Lakes are able to regenerate themselves due to their size. Our garden ponds are not capable of this. We show how you can build and install a gravity filter yourself

Water trough in the garden: concrete, natural stone or plastic? Advantages and disadvantages

Water trough in the garden: concrete, natural stone or plastic? Advantages and disadvantages

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Especially if the garden is not huge, decorations that not only serve to beautify but also serve a purpose are advantageous. Here you can find tips & information about water troughs in the garden

Build your own wooden pier on the pond - building instructions for a wooden pier

Build your own wooden pier on the pond - building instructions for a wooden pier

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

A wooden walkway is often included, especially for larger ponds in the garden. This means that the garden pond can be beautified again and becomes a bathing pond

Marsh marigold in the pond: location, care and propagation

Marsh marigold in the pond: location, care and propagation

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

The marsh marigold (C altha palustris) belongs to the family Ranunculaceae (buttercup family). Here you will find extensive instructions for care with lots of tips

Plastic bed border: the advantages and disadvantages of the bed border

Plastic bed border: the advantages and disadvantages of the bed border

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Bed borders made of plastic and concrete have long been the pioneers in the entire spectrum of materials for bed borders. But what does it look like today? We clarify

Water basin in the garden - An alternative to the pond?

Water basin in the garden - An alternative to the pond?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Water basin in the garden - the alternative to the pond? Small or larger watering holes in the garden are not only very common, but can really enhance a garden. Tips

Creating and turning compost - Compost heap - what can go in?

Creating and turning compost - Compost heap - what can go in?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Creating compost - you can find out everything about the right location, construction method, filling and composting here. Make good garden compost yourself

New wooden slats: which wood to use for the garden bench?

New wooden slats: which wood to use for the garden bench?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Regardless of whether you want to equip an old garden bench with new wooden slats or want to build a new garden bench yourself, you will find all the information about the right types of wood here

Pests in the garden pond - This is how you can get rid of bugs

Pests in the garden pond - This is how you can get rid of bugs

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

There are pure pests in the garden pond, but beneficial insects can also become pests if their numbers become too large. Here we introduce you to the most common pests in garden ponds. There are pure pests in garden ponds, but beneficial insects can also become pests if their numbers become too large. Here we introduce you to the most common pests in garden ponds

What are wild shoots? How to recognize wild shoots on roses

What are wild shoots? How to recognize wild shoots on roses

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Anyone who has rose bushes or ornamental and fruit trees in their garden knows the annual problem with wild shoots. How do you properly deal with unwanted urges?

Wooden bed border: bed border in the vegetable bed - 5 ideas

Wooden bed border: bed border in the vegetable bed - 5 ideas

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Garden bed borders are available in different designs. In addition to stones and plastic, those made of wood are particularly popular. We'll show you what decorative options there are

Stone bed border: which stones for the bed border?

Stone bed border: which stones for the bed border?

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Bed edging made of stone - elegant, durable, easy to care for. Provided it fits stylistically into the garden, you can find an optimal solution with stones as a bed border. We give tips

Planting water lilies: repotting and planting in 8 steps

Planting water lilies: repotting and planting in 8 steps

Last modified: 2025-01-13 07:01

Water lilies are one of the most popular pond plants because of their beautiful, large flowers. With us you will find out everything you need to know about planting water lilies