The cornel is a widespread shrub, rather rarely a tree, that is highly valued by home gardeners for a wealth of benefits. Already in early spring, usually before the forsythia, the numerous golden yellow flowers announce the approaching spring. They form an attractive contrast to the lush green, slightly shiny leaves that appear a little later. In autumn,…
When a coral tree unfolds its magnificent red inflorescence, the rest of nature has long since gone into winter rest. Not so the Erythrina variegata, which even has the strength to develop up to 30 cm long legumes in spring, which appear together with the pretty green pinnate leaves. The tropical ornamental tree is constantly busy making…
As a decorative leaf plant, the Chinese dandelion makes a valuable contribution to creating a feel-good atmosphere in offices and living spaces. As an opulent houseplant, the Aglaonema swallows noise and dust, increases the humidity and provides relaxation and motivation through its visual appearance alone. At the same time, the subtly patterned leaves underline the decorative value…
The knotweed is a fast and lush growing climbing plant, which can cover and green very large areas within a short time. The perennial plant belongs to the knotweed family and has both left and right-handed shoots that can grow at a rapid pace. In addition to the creeper, knotweed plants are also available as small-growing garden…
Also known as the chocolate vine and the climbing cucumber, the akebie is becoming increasingly popular in local gardens. Because with its finger-shaped divided leaves, the small pink and purple flowers in May and the cucumber-like purple fruits in autumn, it is a beautiful ornamental plant all year round that enhances every garden. In addition, the climbing…
Its tendrils, which can be up to 4 meters long, are covered with dainty little hearts. With busy growth, the climbing fig transforms living spaces and conservatories into a green idyll that invites you to unwind. In order to give your home a tropical feel-good atmosphere with a Ficus pumila, no extensive expenditure is required. The little sister…
Quite rare in nature, cat’s paws thrive wonderfully in dry and barren gardens. Given the right soil and location, they are among the easiest garden plants to look after. Once established, they do not need to be watered or fertilized. In principle, the only necessary action is to cut off the faded stems. If you pay attention to a…
The carob tree has much more to give than it takes. Resistant to heat and drought, it provides plenty of shade with its spreading crown. The dark purple flowers sprout directly from the trunk and branches. The carob tree presents its masterpiece in the form of long, curved pods, whose nutritious, sweet pulp is processed in a variety…
Rhododendron, also known as alpine rose, is one of the most popular ornamental trees in the garden. Even after flowering, the evergreen plant is still very attractive. The shock is great when the shiny green rhododendron leaves are eaten. Who is the culprit? How do you get rid of him? The weevil Feeding damage to rhododendrons comes from the…
Even without any leaves, the catkin produces unusual flowers in spring. From the base to the tip of a twig line the little kittens, each as fluffy and soft as cat fur. In this country, the blossomed branches are traditionally part of Easter bouquets. But just as decorative is a tree in the garden or bucket, where it…