The box tree (Buxus) has been plagued by life-threatening pests and diseases for years. To avoid this, there are plant alternatives that are just as easy to care for. These plants are suitable as a boxwood substitute. Easy-care boxwood replacement from B to F Boxleaf barberry “Nana” (Berberis buxifolia) Growth: dense, thorny, bushy Growth height: up to…
Flowers in purple are rare in nature and their sight is all the more beautiful. The extravagant color can be easily combined with other colors and is an eye-catcher. Here we present 20 shrubs with purple flowers. Shrubs with purple flowers from A to B (Fingerblättrige) Akebie (Akebia quinata) Height: 600 to 700 cm Width: 40 to…
Panicle hydrangeas captivate our gardens in summer and autumn with their beautiful flowers. But what to do when they are past their prime? Panicle hydrangeas faded quickly. Should I cut off the flowers then? Use appropriate cutting tool Simple pruning shears are sufficient for cutting off withered flower spikes. Larger household scissors can also be used if you pay…
Judas trees (Cercis) offer a variety of garden designs through three main species with numerous variations plus some rarer specimens. The most beautiful Judas tree varieties are listed and described below. The most beautiful Judas tree varieties The most common Judas tree species are: Common Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum) Canadian Judas Tree (Cercis canadensis) Chinese Judas…
Ranunculus are very beautiful bulbous plants. They bloom in all possible colors and are also suitable as cut flowers. For the gardener, the question arises as to how hardy the flowers are, i.e. how much frost the ranunculus can tolerate. temperature tolerance The ranunculus ( Ranunculus asiaticus) originally comes from the Orient. This explains why it is less suitable for…
Garden pansies (Viola wittrockiana) and horned violets (Viola cornuta) show a similarity and are related to each other. They bloom colorfully from spring to autumn. Differences can be found above all in overwintering and frost sensitivity. Everything you need to know about how much frost they can tolerate and what else needs to be considered can be found…
The geraniums, which bloom for many months, are popular flowers for balcony boxes and colorful flower beds. The mostly red, pink or white flowering wonders often show their splendor well into autumn – only to be transported with the first frost either in the basement to overwinter or in the garbage. Aren’t there hardy geranium varieties that…
Primula, the Latin name for the species-rich genus of primroses, means “the first”. In fact, the colorful primroses bloom together with snowdrops, crocuses and daffodils as the first flowers of the year. The colorful flowers can be seen in some species as early as the end of winter, when temperatures are still around freezing. However, this does not…
A deadwood hedge in the garden is an ecological jewel, because it offers a home for a large number of animals. With the greening of the hedge, there are also numerous design options. Characteristics of deadwood hedges The term deadwood hedge was coined by the landscape gardener Hermann Benjes in the 1980s. He recognized the ecological value…
Trees are decorative. They provide shade in summer and provide important habitats for birds, insects and small animals. Are you allowed to cut down trees on private property, for example if they are too big or disturbing? Trees on private property Who doesn’t wish to plant a tree once in their life? If you have your own property,…