The thrift armeria is not a carnation. It belongs to the leadwort family and is also known under the names Alpine thrift, standing thrift and rock garden cloves. It belongs to the perennial, herbaceous and grassy perennials, is hardy and evergreen. Depending on the variety, it can reach heights of growth of up to 50 cm and a…
This article about wax flowers (Hoya) is intended for all curious indoor gardeners who feel like a very special plant. Find out the most important things about caring for this extraordinary flowering plant, also known as porcelain flowers. The home of the Hoyas We only sell the wax flowers as imported guests. Their care can therefore only…
A bonsai is much more than a miniature version of large plants. A garden bonsai dominates its location and is not just a decorative accessory. The different bonsai plants are individual and have an interesting and often picturesque growth habit. Set Far Eastern accents in your own garden and become part of a centuries-old tradition. The only thing you…
Fancy a little romance within your own four walls. Rose petals are a handsome decoration, have a beautiful look and exude a lovely scent. Drying rose petals is a sensible measure to keep them for a long time. In this guide, creative minds will find many different methods, including detailed instructions, for gently removing the water from the…
With around 300 species, the mullein of the genus Verbascum belongs to the figwort family. The name of the mullein goes back to the times when the mullein inflorescences were coated with tar and pitch and then used as a wick for lamps or as a torch. Depending on the species, it grows as a herbaceous, perennial,…
The botanical name is Beaucarnea recurvata, but we affectionately call it bottle tree, elephant tree or even elephant’s foot. Originally it comes from the dry regions in Mexico. There, the trunk of the succulent tree can actually be reminiscent of the foot of an elephant. Since the trunk tapers towards the top, Beaucarnea recurvata was quickly compared to…
There are about 2,000 species in the cacti plant family. Most are from North and South America. Everywhere they grow outside of America, they have been naturalized. Cacti live in a variety of habitats, from humid rainforest to arid desert areas, from altitudes just above sea level to the highest mountainous regions. Very few species actually grow in dry…
It can take several years for an olive tree to bear fruit for the first time. The time window for the harvest varies depending on the location and the temperature and light conditions. In local regions, the best time for harvest is between April and June, although the exact time can be determined by the hobby gardener…
They are decorative, easy to care for and almost indestructible: the marigold. These advantages alone make the small daisy family popular plants for beds and balconies. The marigold, as the marigold is also called, has even more to offer and is extremely useful. Ideal location for the marigold The marigold comes from the rather dry and warm…
Ornamental asparagus belongs to the asparagus family, comes from southern Africa and is a popular houseplant. Of course, our kitchen asparagus is one of the asparagus plants. However, ornamental asparagus is a purely leafy plant that is often kept as a houseplant because of its filigree and feathery leaves and the ease with which it is cared…