The ray pen is an interesting climber. The flowers are inconspicuous and the fruits are small, but they taste almost like those of the large related species. More and more fruits grow over the years. The good thing is that not all of them ripen at the same time, so you can harvest around 3 to 4 weeks. Mini…
At first glance, the small, elongated leaves of the South Sea myrtle are more reminiscent of a conifer than an evergreen bush. These leaves give off an aromatic scent when rubbed between fingers. The South Sea myrtle has already found many fans in our country due to the pretty contrasts that the evergreen leaves, which can also…
Marsh marigolds need a lot of moisture. They thrive best at the edge or in shallow water zones of a garden pond. It is good if they always keep their feet in the water. The water level is allowed to change, but the soil should never dry out. As a substrate, the plants need a nutrient-rich, heavy and humus-rich…
Tiger Lilies are among the most durable and adaptable bulb flowers in the garden. It is worth waiting for the last lily bloom of the year, because it is not uncommon for 20 downward-sloping flowers with mottled, strongly recurved petals and dark stamens to sit on the long stalks. In addition to a whole range of pure…
With an annual per capita consumption of more than 20 kg per year, tomatoes have been the undisputed leader in the ranking of the most popular vegetables for years. Nevertheless, the range of varieties in retail has always left a lot to be desired. Of course, own tomato planting enables the culinary foray into new breeds, traditional…
One of the most popular types of vegetables in Mexico thrives excellently in summer hobby gardens in local regions. The tomatillo thus opens up a unique opportunity for fans of Mexican cuisine to cultivate an extravagant plant in their kitchen garden at home. This does not necessarily mean that the Physalis philadelphica comes along with capricious claims…
The hobby gardener’s scourge comes in the form of weeds. Names such as dandelion, goutweed, clover or speedwell make every garden lover shiver. They stubbornly spread in beds and paths, overgrow ornamental and crop plants while robbing them of water and nutrients. Even the most liberal plant lover must not let wild herbs get away with this if…
With brightly colored tubular flowers that float in lush clusters over velvety green leaves, the tropical violet bush is visually stunning. On the summery balcony or in the light-flooded conservatory, no one can escape the imposing, up to 2 meter tall Iochroma. The exotic blossoms dance incessantly above the foliage throughout the summer, pausing only in winter. Magnificent…
The classics for bird protection and their nutrition are fruit trees. But because these are too big for many gardens, many bird lovers resort to hedge plants. A lot can also be done with these for the feathered residents. Depending on the type and variety of plants, they provide shelter, cover, food and nesting sites. A mixture of early…
The focus of all gardening efforts are of course the plants. However, certain components or constructions can always help to put one or the other plant in the limelight. A rose arch is probably the best-known example of such an addition. Whether made of wood or metal, you can easily build the trellis yourself in just a few…