A dense, even carpet of grass, as if woven by hand, without the slightest bump, certainly not in the form of weeds; This is how one of the highest goals in hobby gardening can be described. Of course, this ideal is not given to anyone. Rather, a perfect lawn is always the result of careful maintenance, a balanced…
Blackberries are already suitable for small gardens, as a single plant can bring in a rich harvest. Alternatively, even if there is no garden, you can pick wild berries once ownership is settled. With blackberries, it is particularly important to know when to harvest the berries. Unripe blackberries are acidic. Wild Blackberries Blackberries ( Rubus fruticosus ) can not only…
Blackcurrants need pruning immediately after harvest so that they can produce their full yield again next year. The tasty fruits can be cultivated both as a shrub and as a standard in the garden. Proper pruning is critical to harvest and shape. A tree gets a different pruning than a shrub or even a whole hedge. The correct instructions…
The fruits of the pepperoni plants are an integral part of southern cuisine. With their aroma and heat, the pods give tropical dishes a special and stimulating taste. Some hobby gardeners have been successfully cultivating the nightshade plants in our latitudes for years. Under favorable location and care conditions, the own harvest of the versatile pods is rich. However,…
Asparagus is a species-rich plant genus with the botanical name Asparagus from the asparagus family, the mention of which makes every gourmet go into raptures. Since the most popular species, the Asparagus officinalis, is one of the most valuable and expensive vegetables of all, only a Croesus could afford this royal treat every day. However, a practiced…
The German and his lawn and then also a lawn edge, and embarrassed – if you want to continue clicking contemptuously because your natural garden is definitely not squeezed in by a lawn edge, you should at least scan the beginning of this article for a moment. He will tell you why a lawn edge is…
Rhubarb, botanically Rheum rhabarbarum, is actually a vegetable, but like fruit it is used for delicious cakes, compotes, jams and desserts. Characteristic feature of this plant is the strong sour taste. You may have eaten the long, thick stalks raw when you were a child. However, this is not entirely harmless, because the raw stalks of the rhubarb…
The time-honored ginger root is experiencing a furious renaissance. For a modern, nature-loving lifestyle, ginger tea in particular is considered the universal alternative to denatured nutrition and health care. The concentrated load of valuable ingredients has been proven to promote well-being. Even with minor health problems, such as colds or travel sickness, ginger water does a good job. Properly…
When the first flowering bushes unfold their yellow, white or soft pink blaze of color in spring, a blood-red dab of color sometimes flares up between them, drawing everyone’s attention. It is the ornamental currant with its deep red flower clusters that is also preparing to announce spring with all its might. Although their small black berries…
Anyone who grows tomatoes in their own garden experiences first-hand how much a good harvest depends on the weather: if the summer is warm and dry, then the plants will grow a lush harvest, but if the summer is cool and rainy, the harvest will be poor . With the right tomato fertilizer and an in-depth…