A pond in the garden is a very special biotope. Especially if fish are kept in it, care must be taken to ensure an ecological balance in the water. However, if the fish are gasping for air or swimming near the surface, then something is wrong with the animals. The causes for this can be different, such as…
In the supermarket, basil lures in a pot with its crisp, fresh leaves and aromatic scent. Hardly arrived on the windowsill of the kitchen, the Mediterranean kitchen herb wilts and dies after a few days. For a long time, this fact was considered a botanical mystery and caused headaches for basil lovers. Knowledgeable scientists and experienced hobby gardeners…
Very few people in a city can fulfill their wish for a garden, but since most apartments have a balcony, this can serve as a substitute. In combination with hanging baskets, flower pots and tubs, even a small area can become a thriving and fertile microcosm. When choosing the right balcony planting, the direction and duration of…
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 real elecampane is a versatile plant, which mainly feels at home in cottage gardens. In the wild, the perennial is often found along streams and rivers, although Inula helenium can also cope with dry soil without any problems. The herbaceous plant was forgotten for a long time, but passionate and tradition-conscious hobby gardeners have brought the…
Bangkirai is one of the most durable woods in the construction industry. Nevertheless, care is essential to ensure that it retains its resilience over the long term and offers an even, natural coloring for many years. Different care rules apply to tropical wood than, for example, to domestic types of wood. Oiling the Bangkirai is an important part. The…
Fresh tomatoes are a treat. If they come from their own cultivation, they taste twice as good, because the hobby gardener knows for sure that they have not been genetically modified or even irradiated. A private garden is not absolutely necessary, because tomato plants can also be grown on the balcony and terrace. To ensure that the hobby…
Nasturtiums are not yet a common sight in the garden, which is a shame because these particular plants are a great asset to the garden. And that with the least amount of work. Nasturtium is really easy to cultivate – you can sow in minutes, the nasturtium needs almost no care. sowing The nasturtium is a willing…