Home remedies for aphids: Which remedies really helpEvery hobby gardener is familiar with these little pests: aphids. They like to infest young and weakened plants and slowly spread from there. You don't always have to use chemicals to combat them. We ...
Trick 17: What lavender can doLavender has its origins in the French Maritime Alps and Provence. It grows throughout the Mediterranean region, but is also increasingly being planted in this country. No wonder: it provides a beauti...
The plump miracle of health: the rose hipAs children, we teased unloved classmates with itching powder from the inside of the rose hip - today we drink super-healthy tea made from the dried fruit. They can also be made into puree or jelly. T...
Green oasis: the best north-facing balcony plantsIt's time for balconies again! And it's not just those facing the sunny side who can now plant their balcony lushly. Although the selection of north-facing balcony plants is not quite as large, there ...
Essential oils: 6 plants with healing propertiesThe power of essential oils should not be underestimated. Many plants have a healing effect and - when dosed correctly - are a good complement to conventional medicine. Whether for cramps, pain or ras...
More light, more moisture: what houseplants need in winterAlthough houseplants are protected from snow and frost in winter, they need special care. The dry heating air and lack of humidity are particularly hard on tropical plants. Therefore, spray the plant ...
Classic poinsettia: How to keep the splendorLike the Christmas tree and Advent wreath, the poinsettia is a traditional Christmas decoration. It stays beautiful for a long time:
Get houseplants ready for winter in the fallWhen ficus, yucca palms and other green plants suddenly drop their leaves in the fall, you are at a loss. What many people don't know: Houseplants also need to be prepared for winter. We're already st...
15 tips for gardens with that special somethingA garden is not just about greenery alone. If you're not a passionate gardener, it might even be the little extras that make your garden worth living in and loving. Would you like to spice up your gar...
Poisonous plants in the garden98% of 40-49-year-olds think that health (including that of the family) is crucial for personal happiness. This was the result of a representative survey conducted by "Idee für mich" in collaboration ...
Small garden, big impact: how to get the best out of itOne of the most beautiful aspects of a detached house is its own garden. It is often rather small or medium-sized. How do you get the best out of it?
The big garden calendar: What to do in June and July?As soon as the first wild rose and elderberry blossoms appear, early summer begins. Garden plants are already in bloom or are bursting with sap and vigor. Tidy gardener's hands are now particularly in...
