Appearances can sometimes be deceptive. If a withered plant seems lost to us, there may still be some life dormant deep inside it. Nobody has to give up their favorite plant until everything possible has been done to save them. But how do you determine whether it is really appropriate to hope? And even more important: What can help…
Seal or not seal open interfaces on trees? For decades, the opinions of hobby gardeners have been divided and the opinions of experts differ. But if you look closely, you can clearly see that the tree is not that helpless at all. With excessive intervention, a person can even disrupt their recovery. It is sufficient to support the self-healing…
The cherry laurel is said to be robust and evergreen, but when the leaves turn brown, speed is of the essence, because the damage can only be reduced if the cause is found. There can be a number of reasons why the foliage of the bay hedge suddenly turns brown. It is very important that the correct…
The flowers of the nasturtiums are not only beautiful to look at, they are also extremely tasty and a nice addition to a salad. If the plant does not bloom, it can be very frustrating – even if the plant is otherwise growing vigorously and thriving well. With a few simple measures, however, the cress can be…
Mother Nature has provided people with a wide range of nutritious plants rich in vitamins and nutrients for robust health in every season of the year. At the beginning of the last century, many people were familiar with edible plants, flowers, blossoms and wild plants. This knowledge saved many children from starvation, especially during the famine after…
When it comes to Asian plants, many only think of bamboo. The Far East has so much more to offer than just fast-growing grasses. Radiant flowers in bright colors, imposing plants with sweeping fans and unusual leaf shapes – the selection is huge. In addition to exotic houseplants, it also has numerous plants for pots and gardens. The…
Anyone who has ever set off to Africa on vacation or only knows the continent from television knows about the exotic and diverse plants. Thick-fleshed specimens can be found here, alongside huge fronds of leaves and flowers that appear almost unreal. Unfortunately, the African plants cannot cope with the local climate. After all, it is much warmer in…