If your hydrangea droops leaves and flowers, the panic is great. The popular ornamental plants are extremely robust and you can quickly pep them up again by taking the appropriate measures. lack of water The most common cause of drooping leaves and flowers on hydrangeas is a lack of water. Hydrangea species are among the thirstiest shrubs in the…
Agapanthus, the African lily with the magical blue or white spherical flowers, can be seen more and more often in gardens and on terraces. How is she surviving the winter? What helps with frost damage? The love flower The African lily ( Agapanthus ) is popularly known as the love flower. The plant, which originates from Africa, is always a…
Wild boar venture into civilized residential areas more and more often and cause great damage in the garden on their nocturnal forays. Fortunately, there are some ways to scare away uninvited guests in an animal-friendly and environmentally friendly way. Vulnerable Areas The expansion of humans and a change in landscape cultivation are forcing wild boar more…
The fruits of the alpine currant do not taste particularly good, but the robust shrubs are suitable as hedge plants for the garden. Because with their dense growth they offer optimal privacy. Characteristics botanical name: Ribes alpinum Plant genus: Currants (Ribes) Synonyms: mountain currant Growth: densely branched shrub Growth height: up to 250 centimeters Growth width:…
We all know hops mainly from beer. Its wild representatives, on the other hand, are better known to hobby gardeners as a nuisance weed. We explain how best to fight weeds. Cut, cut, cut The main task in combating wild hops is a constant and at the same time recurring pruning. The regular removal of all plant parts…
There are two species referred to as Japanese maple. These include Acer japonicum and Acer palmatum. Their location requirements are similar and differ in nuances between the different varieties. Light and water requirements The Japanese maple is generally considered a sun-worshipper, although the light requirements vary depending on the variety. Many species develop intense autumn colors in sunny conditions, while…
Foxes invade human settlements in search of food. In doing so, they leave traces: their droppings. Everyone should be able to recognize and remove the fox droppings with certainty, because it poses health risks. Identify fox droppings clearly In order to avert dangers to your own health and that of the animals, you should be able to…
Perennials come in many different types and shapes. Nevertheless, planting and transplanting perennials is not a secret science. Because the right planting time for it is either in autumn or in spring. perennials The term “perennial” is mainly used by gardeners. But it can also be found in botanical identification books. In gardeners’ language, perennials are flowering plants that…
Anyone planning a pool at home also wonders how deep it should be and whether the pool depth is restricted by law. This article is intended to provide some information on selecting the right depth. Legal regulations There is no general law that specifically regulates the depth in the domestic pool. However, depending on the federal state…
When fish spawn depends mainly on the season or months, but the conditions in their habitat also determine whether they spawn at all. Below is an overview of who spawns and when. Spawning times as an important detail In many cases, the reproduction and spawning season goes unnoticed by pond and aquarium owners. There are a few…