Fruity and refreshing – it goes without saying that gooseberries belong in summer. But when exactly is the best time to harvest the fruits of Ribes uva-crispa? The tasty berries sometimes shine red, sometimes green on the bushes. The gardener can therefore only vaguely orientate himself by the colour. In addition, the taste depends on whether the gooseberries are…
Due to a large selection of commercially available apple tree varieties and growth forms, the tasty and healthy fruit is suitable for problem-free cultivation, even on smaller plots of land. But be careful when choosing. Some Malus species are not able to fertilize themselves and therefore need a pollinator plant. The annual pruning of the fruit trees is…
Anyone who wants to stay healthy, fit and vital nowadays relies on the power of berries. The small all-rounders not only provide a vitamin-rich addition to any menu, but also beautify the gardens with their fascinating shades of color and their extremely lush growth. In its mode of action, the aronia berry in particular stands out from…
Some of the oldest types of fruit existed almost 1000 years ago. Each region has its local varieties, which are therefore only widespread there and have adapted very well to the local conditions. A large number of old berry, pome and wild fruit varieties are still registered in the gene database of the Institute for Plant Genetics…
The small tree grows relatively quickly. Its leaves are alternate, ovate or elliptical in shape, about 5 to 15 centimeters long and up to 10 centimeters wide. They shine in light green and house leaf veins that are arranged slightly recessed. This makes them appear wavy and similar to the beech leaf. The leaves of the cherimoya also have…
Fruity, tasty and healthy – berries are among the most commonly cultivated plants in domestic gardens. There is a large selection of berry bushes, some of which can also be cultivated by beginners; In addition to the classic currants, gooseberries and raspberries, varieties such as blueberries, lingonberries and blackberries are now also being grown. With optimal care of…
Elder (Sambucus) belongs to the musk herb family. The black elder ( Sambucus nigra ), which is common in Central Europe , can be processed into a wide variety of specialities. Jellies, syrup and tea can be prepared from its flowers, while juices, liqueurs and tasty jams are made from the berries. When is elderberry harvest time? What must be considered…
The melon pear, Pepino the pear melon is enjoying increasing popularity and thus also increasing distribution. And rightly so. Because the plant is an easy-care and exotic enrichment that can stand in the garden, on the balcony or on the terrace. Even newcomers to the field of plant care will not find any challenge in the melon pear…
Raspberries are one of the most popular fruits that taste particularly good fresh from your own garden. There are many different raspberry varieties to choose from for self-cultivation. The most important criterion for hobby gardeners is usually taste and lush harvest yields. Old and resistant Rubus idaeus are best suited for this. They are presented in the following list….
Of course, over time, man has transformed the cherry tree from a wild cherry tree into a grafted one, and because of this, he is able to harvest not only many, but also large fruits. In principle, the cherry tree is one of the fruit trees that grow very fast and therefore have to be cut…