The scabioses are protected in some regions of Germany. Of the approximately 100 species, around 20 occur in Europe, such as the scented or velvety scabious. Depending on the species, their flowers appear from June to October. They appear in different shades, from white and pink to scarlet and crimson to light violet or blue. The growth heights that…
What a deep joy the sour cherry spreads when it presents its magnificent blossom in spring. The deep red, juicy, refreshing, sour morello cherries will not be long in coming. Within the large variety of sour cherries, the morello cherries still cannot be denied their leading role. It is therefore clear why the sour cherry is revered as…
There is hardly any really bare ground to be found in the great outdoors. In forests, for example, fallen leaves, grass, moss and other dying and dead plants or shrubs cover the ground. All this protects the soil, nourishes it and keeps it loose and permeable. Mulching is based on the same principle. In many parks, public areas and…
As a rule, bush beans are up to 60 cm high and, depending on the variety, can be harvested after just 8 weeks. For this reason, they can also be cultivated and harvested several times a year. They must not be eaten raw as they are poisonous. Only when the beans are heated to 70° Celsius or more…
A compost screen is an effective tool for the gardener who wants to sift their compost to remove any foreign matter that may be in it. The system of the sieve is reminiscent of the typical kitchen utensil and is used in the same way. This is exactly what makes it easy to build the utensil yourself…
If a hydrangea, which is also known botanically as a hydrangea, does not sprout, this does not necessarily mean that the plant has died. There are various reasons that delay the point in time, but can also mean that the shrub does not bud as strongly as usual. With a few measures, the shrub can be reactivated…
Climbing roses, shrub roses, standard roses, hybrid tea roses, bed roses – there really is no shortage of rose shapes and types of roses. It is often difficult to keep track of things. Luckily, all roses fall into specific groups or classes. The most important criterion for this is their respective growth form. And if you can recognize or…
Jostaberries were first cultivated at the beginning of the 20th century and have been continuously developed since then. The tree, which belongs to the gooseberry family, is extremely resistant to powdery mildew and otherwise offers little breeding ground for other fungal pathogens. The Josta is an addition bastard, created from the gooseberry and the black currant. The large…
The annual, upright growing, herbaceous plant from the Portulaca family with the succulent leaves that grows in the latitudes here is pleasingly uncomplicated to grow and care for. The frost-resistant winter purslane is in no way inferior to this. The common plate herb, as the vegetable plant is also called, comes from a different genus, but is…
As soon as the first rays of sunshine develop noticeable strength in early summer, the balcony is freshened up for summer. With the grill as the most important piece of furniture in a prominent position. If your neighbors are already expressing dissatisfaction with these initial preparations, it is probably time for you to find out exactly what…