Gardening 2024, November

Distance between decking boards - Information about terrace construction

Distance between decking boards - Information about terrace construction

To ensure that decking has a long lifespan, the correct spacing is important when setting it up. Here you can find all the information about terrace construction

Border development - The right distance from your neighbors

Border development - The right distance from your neighbors

What do you have to take into account when building borders so that there are no problems when it comes to keeping your distance from your neighbors? We show what to pay attention to

Balcony privacy screen: 11 privacy screen ideas for the balcony

Balcony privacy screen: 11 privacy screen ideas for the balcony

With the right ideas, the balcony can be effectively and cost-effectively expanded to include privacy protection. This is an effective way to improve privacy

Conifers turn brown - Reasons and solutions

Conifers turn brown - Reasons and solutions

If a conifer hedge turns brown, the following should be considered:

Laying tiles on the balcony: 6 options

Laying tiles on the balcony: 6 options

Here you can find information about laying tiles correctly on the balcony. Because a balcony is only really fun if it is easy to clean

Planting summer flower boxes: 36 planting examples

Planting summer flower boxes: 36 planting examples

If you don't have your own garden, a flower box is a very good alternative to enjoy summer flowers. There are tips here

Determine the slope of the terrace: this is how it works

Determine the slope of the terrace: this is how it works

To ensure that water does not collect on the terrace, care must be taken during construction to ensure the right fit. We'll show you how to determine it correctly

Terrace structure: the 1×1 of the substructure

Terrace structure: the 1×1 of the substructure

With the right substructure, the stability and longevity of a terrace is guaranteed. Here you can find all the information you need to know about building the terrace

Find a water vein: At what depth does groundwater come from?

Find a water vein: At what depth does groundwater come from?

If you want to build a fountain in your garden, you need to know where to find water. We give you helpful tips

24 easy-care hedges - privacy protection without work

24 easy-care hedges - privacy protection without work

Every hedge should be planted evenly, whether it is pruned or not. We show easy-care hedges for less work in the garden

Cutting conifers: When is the best time?

Cutting conifers: When is the best time?

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

Hornbeam hedge: 17 tips for care

Hornbeam hedge: 17 tips for care

Learn how to properly care for your hedge: everything about cutting, fertilizing and the benefits of hornbeam

Care for and clean teak wood

Care for and clean teak wood

Teak wood is always a purchase, whether for patio decking or furniture. We show how teak wood is properly cleaned and cared for

Laying a wooden terrace on exposed concrete slabs: this is how it works

Laying a wooden terrace on exposed concrete slabs: this is how it works

Exposed concrete is practical and a wooden terrace is really beautiful. We show how you can lay a wooden terrace on exposed concrete slabs

Substructure for polygonal panels: 17 important tips

Substructure for polygonal panels: 17 important tips

Polygonal panels are probably the best way to lay individual floor coverings. We show you everything that needs to be taken into account when it comes to the substructure

Creating a garden path: instructions - 8 ideas to design

Creating a garden path: instructions - 8 ideas to design

Creating a garden path is not rocket science. In these instructions we explain how it works and which materials are suitable

Clean cement from paving stones in 3 steps

Clean cement from paving stones in 3 steps

Working thoroughly is the be-all and end-all. However, something can go wrong at times. We show you how to clean cement from paving stones

Build a turtle house - Instructions for building your own out of wood

Build a turtle house - Instructions for building your own out of wood

In order for turtles to feel really comfortable, they need a safe and comfortable home. Here are the instructions for building your own turtle house

Build your own dowsing rod - DIY instructions

Build your own dowsing rod - DIY instructions

Dowsing rods are used to locate groundwater deposits and water veins on the property. We show you how to build dowsing rods yourself

Artificial turf - Costs, advantages & disadvantages

Artificial turf - Costs, advantages & disadvantages

Artificial turf is used in many areas today. All the advantages and disadvantages are listed here. We show what costs you should expect

Lawn paving: how does lawn repair work?

Lawn paving: how does lawn repair work?

If the lawn gets holes, you should act quickly. We show how to use lawn paving and how lawn repairs should be done

Fence on the property line: What is allowed?

Fence on the property line: What is allowed?

Can I put a fence on the property line? We provide answers to this complex question, where there is a lot to consider

Fertilizing thuja hedges: 7 effective fertilizers

Fertilizing thuja hedges: 7 effective fertilizers

7 home remedies for the tree of life: Depending on which nutrient sources you have access to, there are various options for natural fertilizers

Decking: wood, plastic or WPC? - Pros & Cons

Decking: wood, plastic or WPC? - Pros & Cons

Decking should be durable, robust, affordable, easy to care for and much more. We show the differences in the materials + advantages and disadvantages

Concrete the ground sleeves for the parasol - DIY instructions

Concrete the ground sleeves for the parasol - DIY instructions

Once you have found the right place for your parasol, you can set it in concrete. We offer DIY instructions for this here

Put up a privacy fence: this makes it windproof and stormproof

Put up a privacy fence: this makes it windproof and stormproof

Privacy fences protect privacy, they provide wind protection and are often intended to keep out noise. However, the privacy fence is also under constant attack: the forces acting on the privacy surface pull on the anchoring and fatigue the material of the surface, connections and posts.

11 tips for planting in a greenhouse - What goes into the greenhouse?

11 tips for planting in a greenhouse - What goes into the greenhouse?

With the right planning, you can grow something in a greenhouse all year round. We show what you should pay attention to and which plant is possible/useful at what time of year

Laying quarry stone slabs without concrete & mortar

Laying quarry stone slabs without concrete & mortar

Quarry stones are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative surface for driveways, terraces and garden paths because they appear more natural than perfectly and homogeneously shaped stone slabs. Tips for laying

How fast does bamboo grow? - Growth information

How fast does bamboo grow? - Growth information

With bamboo you always bring a touch of Asia into your oasis. We have compiled everything there is to know about the growth of bamboo here

How fast does cherry laurel grow? - Accelerate growth

How fast does cherry laurel grow? - Accelerate growth

The cherry laurel is very popular as a hedge. In order to be able to correctly assess its growth, you should look at its growth before you buy. We show you what you can expect

How fast do yew trees grow? - Growth of the yew hedge

How fast do yew trees grow? - Growth of the yew hedge

In order for the yew tree to look good, it must be properly cared for. This also includes knowledge about their growth characteristics. We clarify

How fast does privet grow? - Growth information

How fast does privet grow? - Growth information

The privet is very often used as a hedge. In order to plan a hedge correctly, you need to know how the plant is growing. We tell you everything about growing privet

Lay Bankirai - 7 tips for caring for and laying

Lay Bankirai - 7 tips for caring for and laying

Bankirai is a hardwood or precious wood that is ideal for the floor on the terrace or balcony. We show what you should pay attention to and what else you should consider

30 tips for laying polygonal panels & grouting

30 tips for laying polygonal panels & grouting

The more natural the garden should appear, the more consideration needs to be given when designing the garden paths. We show you how to lay polygonal panels correctly

Build Friesenwall yourself - Costs for a Frisian wall

Build Friesenwall yourself - Costs for a Frisian wall

The Friesenwall, actually known from northern Germany, is becoming increasingly popular throughout Germany. We show how easy it is to build a Frisian wall yourself

Evergreen hedge plants: 19 fast-growing non-toxic species

Evergreen hedge plants: 19 fast-growing non-toxic species

Hedge plants are often a nicer solution for a garden fence. However, the hedge should also meet certain requirements. 19 evergreen, fast-growing and non-poisonous hedge plants

Creating a mixed, colorful hedge: 9 ideas for a mixed hedge

Creating a mixed, colorful hedge: 9 ideas for a mixed hedge

A hedge is used to delimit the outside or within a garden. We show how you can create a border as a visual highlight with a colorful mixed hedge

Yellow cypress - 9 tips for care, cutting & growth

Yellow cypress - 9 tips for care, cutting & growth

The yellow false cypress belongs to the species Lawson's false cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana), which is also called garden or park cypress. There are extensive care instructions here

Evergreen privacy screen: 8 hardy shrubs and hedge plants

Evergreen privacy screen: 8 hardy shrubs and hedge plants

It doesn't always have to be a garden fence. We show which hedges & shrubs are suitable as evergreen privacy screens

Thuja brabant turns brown or yellow: what to do? 8 common causes

Thuja brabant turns brown or yellow: what to do? 8 common causes

The Thuja brabant is also known as the tree of life. We show the most common causes of yellow and brown spots on your thuja. There is help for the stressed tree of life here