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 loosestrife, spotted loosestrife or Lysimachia punctata, as the bright yellow flowering plant is also called, is a striking highlight and easy to care for. So that the yellow loosestrife is really a splendor and does not become a nuisance, a few things have to be considered when it comes to culture. Choose the right location…
Horned violets, which belong to the violet family, are often confused with pansies because they look very similar to them. That is why they are often called mini pansies. There are about 500 species of this plant worldwide. These perennial, perennial and herbaceous plants belong to the semi-perennials and reach heights of growth between 10 and 30 cm. They…
The cultivars of garden pansies are bred with the aim of blooming throughout the summer season. In the case of mass propagation, the breeders do not attach particular importance to the strength of the plant, but only to the fact that the flower color is nice and strong and perhaps as exotic as possible. The production of…
We’re not in Asia, are we? This article will tell you why bamboo is still a good idea in the garden, especially as a Muriel bamboo, and the details on planting, care and growth of the Fargesia murielae right away. Plant Muriel Bamboo Muriel bamboo needs a spot in the garden where it can flourish. This means…
A poisonous beauty that has been a constant companion in cottage and perennial gardens for centuries and delights the silent observer with its lush flowers: we are talking about delphiniums, a member of the buttercup family. Larkspur is a herbaceous plant, which is why it does not become lignified and dies after each vegetation period in…
With its glossy green leaves and funnel-like pink or white individual flowers, the joint plant (Physostegia virginiana) makes a statement in any flower bed. grows as a perennial and reaches a size of up to 120cm. The joint flower owes its name to the enormous mobility of its flowers, which can be turned in all directions…
Cottage gardens impress with their romantic splendor of color and a variety of different ornamental flowers and plants. Sweet William are also part of the typical appearance of old flower gardens and are easy and uncomplicated to cultivate. The bee-friendly, herbaceous plants are annual and perennial plants, which are available in specialist shops in numerous cultivated forms…
The flowering time of the extremely versatile garden beauties varies greatly and extends until autumn. Because while the first asters are already a real eye-catcher in May, the autumn asters still decorate the home garden in September and October. Due to their great diversity, the fascinating plants find numerous uses, whether for rock gardens, flower beds or…
Everyone knows gypsophila from tied bouquets. The combination with gypsophila is a bestseller, especially for rose bouquets. However, the plant is rarely seen in gardens, which is surprising because it is really pretty to look at. In addition, gypsophila has a lightness that is suitable for all bed neighbors. The gypsophila is also called paniculate gypsophila. In any case, it…