The pseudo-berry with its low growth and the bright red berries is by no means an inconspicuous plant. Despite its low height of a maximum of 20 cm, the dwarf shrub knows how to assert itself visually. Planted in groups, Gaultheria procumbens quickly forms a dense carpet of plants. The evergreen carpet berries decoratively enhance the garden and…
One look at this plant is enough to understand the choice of name. Euphorbia trigona, the western cactus, has become an integral part of classic western films. The prickly fellow is also becoming increasingly popular in our part of the world. The cactus-like appearance of the plant is deceptive, as they belong to the species-rich family of succulents. The…
Quiver flowers (hyssop-leaved, but you usually save that), Japanese myrtle, false heather, Japanese false myrtle … the many German names already indicate that it is a much-loved plant. Rightly so, quiver flowers grow as dainty subshrubs, give us a sea of violet-blue (pink, white) flowers for months, hardly need any care and can be overwintered….
Even if the blooming lily is not winter-proof here, it is often cultivated outdoors or in a tub, because this is where the distinctive flowering plant can develop well. The onion flower not only impresses with its shiny, often wavy or dotted foliage, but above all with its magnificent blossom, which looks like a pineapple. This is…
The white to purple star blossoms of snowy shine are among the first heralds of approaching spring. Cheeky and ambitious, they peek through the melting snow cover and bring color to the still bare garden. Chionodoxa is a plant that is not easily forgotten because of its abundance of flowers. Resistant and robust, it can be cultivated in…
Spring roses cannot wait for the approaching spring. The plants cheekily open their beautiful blossoms at the beginning of the new year. With little effort and the right care, it is possible to persuade hellebore to bloom every year. Evidence for spring roses is known as early as the 3rd century BC. Their healing properties and toxicity were recorded…
Just a few years ago, the yellow-flowering Adonis was found growing in the wild in almost all of Europe. It has become a rarity in Germany. This may be because Adonis vernalis has been valued as a medicinal plant since ancient times. The displacement and development of the natural locations, such as grasslands and sunny slopes, also contribute…
The snow rose is the queen of all early flowering plants. The plants are a ray of light in the cold winter landscape and bring color to the home garden with their pure white to red flowers. They bravely defy ice and snow, and are an interesting eye-catcher even on the balcony. It used to be a tradition…
Yellow roses are extremely luminous. They bring a lot of color to the garden and should be used in a targeted manner. There are many beautiful varieties. When choosing, one should also pay attention to health and winter hardiness. ADR roses are a good choice. Yellow roses symbolize friendship and platonic love. They are also given when one is willing to…
The professional cut is one of the main pillars of a successful cultivation of peonies. The fact that the magnificent peony genus gives us both bushy perennials and shrubs is a headache. Do not wonder any longer about the skilful cut. These instructions show: This is how it works in a few minutes. Cutting peonies – this is…