In every garden there are areas that – often for quite a long time and successfully – elude any reasonable design: the area behind the tool shed, the strips of earth next to the compost heap, the area around the garbage cans and the roof of the carport visible from the terrace anyway. There is an…
Everyone knows the common daisy, because it can be found everywhere on the meadows and in the parks in Central Europe. The plant actually came from the Mediterranean area, but it was able to spread throughout Europe as well as North and South America and even New Zealand. Such a splendor of flowers can also be conjured…
Almost 100 species belong to this genus, most of which are native to America and Africa. The very grateful and easy-care flower, which many hobby gardeners only know with its yellow color, is a true permanent bloomer and a popular cut flower. Both the annual Coreopsis species bloom just as beautifully as the perennial species and like…
The decorative plant, which is particularly popular with children, comes from the Asteraceae family and reaches a height of up to 120cm. But the yellow flowers of the perennial plant not only develop a sweet, aromatic scent; various insects are also attracted in this way. Location and soil In order for the chocolate flower to develop optimally,…
Globe thistles (Echinops) belong to the sunflower family and are native to the Balkans and southern Europe. They are represented in 12 types across Europe. They are upright, sturdy, persistent plants that impress with their striking appearance. The round, intense blue or silver-white flower heads are a real feast for the eyes. During its flowering period – from July…
The sturdy perennial becomes 15 cm to 30 cm high and also looks attractive in natural stone walls, raised beds and as a border planting on the garden pond. If the small periwinkle is properly cared for, it will delight the hobby gardener from April to September with its brightly colored flowers, which contrast nicely with…
The topped lavender grows bushy and can reach a height of up to 100 cm. Coming from the central area, this plant prefers to grow on lime-free soil. She loves the sun and feels most comfortable near the sea, on sandy ground and at the foot of mountains. The lavender belongs to the mint family and has the…
The perennial perennial, which is often used as a mass bloomer, reaches a height of between 25cm and 200cm, depending on the variety. The plant produces flowers in different colors, for example in white, lavender, pink, red or purple. Originally native to Canada and North America, autumn asters are a little more demanding when it comes to…
As far as the space requirement of the giant bamboo is concerned, no less than 10 m² should be planned. Depending on the variety, even more than 20 m² can be required in old age. Various types of giant bamboo are available in stores, which can reach different heights. In the garden, the giant bamboo, of which most…
The name daylily comes from the fact that each individual flower only lasts for one day and a maximum of one and a half days. But since there are a lot of flowers, that’s not a problem. Daylilies bloom from May, depending on the variety. There are early, medium and late flowering varieties. If you mix these well, you…