Orchids belong to the rather inconspicuous plants. Their leaves are usually light to dark green, either fleshy or grass-like, depending on the species. If the plants bloom, however, they will quickly cast a magical spell over the plant lover with their exotic beauty. The almost artificial-looking flower panicles adorn the window sills or vases for weeks or months. Many…
The purslane is a member of the purslane family. This annual, non-perennial summer flower unfolds its full splendor during the flowering period from June to August. However, it can only be admired in sunny weather, because the purslane florets open their colorful, bowl-shaped flowers only when the sun is shining. Appearance and stature The shiny flowers of…
The ornamental apple impresses with its high decorative value, as the fruits are ideal for autumn arrangements or bouquets, for example. And even if the very small fruits are not generally suitable as table apples, some varieties can be used for making jelly and jam. Robust and easy to care for, the approximately 500 species of the…
The plant is a true sun worshiper. During the flowering period from July to September, when exposed to sunlight, the golden-yellow ray flowers around the dark brown center unfold their full splendor and look amazingly like a real sun hat. Since the different species grow between 30 cm and 300 cm in height, these herbaceous plants leave…
The biodiversity is varied, as is the color of the flowers, which bloom either white, yellow or in different shades of pink. The floating leaves of the water lilies are also very nice to look at, which, like the flowers, can reach a considerable size and are dark green in color. The tropical and strongly scented water…
Growing blueberries is not that easy and requires a sure instinct and regular care of the plants – not just shortly before harvest time. Planting blueberries requires loose soil, plenty of moisture, and careful planting. In addition, attention must be paid to the correct balance of certain nutrients. The choice of the location and the preparation of the…
Growing blackberries is simple in itself and doesn’t require a lot of effort – if it’s properly prepared. Because only with a suitable variety and coordinated care will the shrubs reward with numerous delicious fruits in summer and autumn. And with the following tips, you don’t even need a garden for that. Blackberry cultivation – in the…
When the snowpack melts, the lawn often appears greyish and brownish. In addition, it is stuck together, shaggy and looks matted in places. So it is very far from the lush green gem. Nevertheless, nobody should be tempted by this sight to reach for the mower directly or to fertilize the lawn. Because before these steps can be done,…
As soon as the first warm rays of the sun reach us, this perennial type of daffodil sprouts and delights us with its strongly fragrant flowers. Daffodils have been cultivated in domestic gardens since the Middle Ages and are valued as heralds of the warm season. The flowers are also extremely easy to cultivate and conjure up…
What does an Easter cactus have to do with Easter? Just as much as a Christmas cactus with Christmas – namely actually nothing, without human influence the plants would certainly not necessarily come up with the idea of developing their reproductive organs to match our celebrations. How to get an Easter cactus to flower, even Easter to…