Creating a gravel terrace has numerous advantages, but it is not without its disadvantages. However, the advantages can be increased by the correct substructure. substructure the excavation of the upper layers of the earth the solidification of the earth if necessary, introduction of a frame Filling in crushed stone and gravel Filling with concrete Application of…
The hazelnut tree (Corylus avellana) is one of the most undemanding plants in Central Europe. However, its willingness to grow pushes many a garden owner to the limit. With the right instructions, pruning the hazel is uncomplicated at the optimal time. Utensils needed Proper pruning tools are required to prune a hazelnut tree. It depends on the size…
The unique play of colors, the intensely glowing autumn colors of the leaves and the sometimes filigree leaf shapes make Japanese maples a special eye-catcher. But how can you overwinter these beauties? Hardiness of Japanese Maples According to their natural origin, most of the Japanese maples offered in this country are hardy. They are adapted to the…
If the potting soil in the pot suddenly moves and small, white animals appear, then this is a pest infestation that should be fought as soon as possible. Because once the animals spread, they can also get into other pots and plants. Therefore, immediate action is important in such a case. There are home remedies that can help…
The protection of trees in Germany is expressed in country-specific tree protection statutes, which are among the strictest in the world. However, by no means all tree species and sizes meet the criteria and fall through the tightly knit mesh of legal regulations. Furthermore, one of the few exceptions that make removal unavoidable can apply to a…
The Dracaena Marginata, also known as the bordered dragon tree, is a popular houseplant in Germany that comes from Madagascar. It owes its popularity to its elegant appearance with a long, slender trunk and narrow leaves that are only about 2 cm wide but up to 40 cm long. It owes its name to the narrow, brown-red…
Olive trees are reminiscent of beautiful vacation days on the Mediterranean. There you will find huge olive plantations or olive groves, but also rustic solitary trees, ancient and of bizarre growth. In our Central European gardens, olive trees are still a rarity. On the other hand, they are often seen in planters. Cultivating an olive tree like this is not difficult. If,…
If you find lizards in your garden, you can be happy about this special beneficial creature. Because the animals eat a lot that could otherwise harm the vegetables and other plants. Gardens that are close to nature offer the best habitat here. Favorite lizard food If there are many flowering plants in a cottage garden , then there are…
When pruning plants in the fall, remove unwanted shoots and branches that are preventing the plants from growing. With a proper pruning, gardeners can improve the health of their plants. The following article is dedicated to the specimens that you should cut in the fall. fruit plants If you have fruit plants in your garden, you want…
Red and delicious. Cranberries have become one of the absolute favorite berries over the last few decades and are enjoyed by adults and children alike. The large-fruited cranberry can easily be grown in the local climes and for this reason gardeners look forward to a rich harvest every year. This is where the question arises: can fresh cranberries…