The holm oak is the ideal tree for hobby gardeners who have a preference for the Mediterranean flair of the Mediterranean flora. It doesn’t bother her that Quercus ilex only endures the typical German winter in mild wine-growing regions. They cultivate the evergreen wood in large tubs without further ado, thereby emphasizing their individuality and expertise. Since the…
The pedunculate oak symbolizes the legendary German forest like no other tree. With its mighty habit, the Quercus robur really cannot be overlooked. Its dark green, lobed foliage frames dainty catkins in spring and countless brown acorns in fall before ending its winter dormancy with a rich golden yellow hue. For many hobby gardeners, the German oak is…
In May, the bright, golden-yellow flowers of laburnum can be seen from afar. The characteristic, up to 30 centimeters long flower clusters with butterfly blossoms are very decorative. They attract bees as well as butterflies. Incidentally, laburnum is one of the most poisonous garden plants, along with deadly nightshade, monkshood and angel’s trumpet. What parts contain the poison? How to…
Who does not know them, the large, apple-like, orange-red to coral-red berries of the mountain ash, the so-called rowan berries. They are extremely decorative and a valuable forage plant for birds and insects. They also play a special role in mythology. To this day, the opinion persists that rowan berries cannot be eaten. But is that true or is…
Pistachio trees only thrive in a few areas in Germany, often in botanical gardens. The plants need sun and heat in summer and temperatures around 5°C in winter. Unfortunately, they are not frost-resistant, at least not in prolonged sub-zero temperatures. Otherwise they are not difficult to cultivate. They grow slowly, you need some patience. An appropriate location and a suitable…
Unfortunately, the bladdernut or Staphylea pinnata only rarely occurs in nature and is a protected species. It can therefore be a special and unusual treasure in the garden. But not just because it’s a rarity. The pimpernuss also has unusual flowers and unusual fruits that rattle and ‘pimp’ – hence the name Staphylea pinnata. Roasted or processed into a…
Sloes (Prunus spinosa) are also known as oat plums, sour plums, blackthorns or sow thorns. Birds, small animals and insects love the impenetrable shrub as a habitat and food source. The plant, which belongs to the wild plums, produces dark blue berries from which tasty jams and liqueurs can be prepared. The wild plant is known as a…
If you focus on native woody plants, decorative optics and frugal undemanding when choosing your house tree, you cannot avoid the whitebeam. As a majestic tree or opulent shrub, the white spring blossoms above glossy green leaves make our hearts beat faster. In autumn, lush, orange-red fruit umbels are resplendent above dark-colored foliage; much to…
If a loose tree is integrated into the design of the garden, it bears witness to the stylish sense of beauty of the hobby gardener. The exotic piece of jewelry enchants with white flowers peeping out of red calyxes. While the beautiful sight is captivating, the beholder gets an intoxicating scent, like a sweet perfume. In autumn, blue…
Even the unusual name catches the eye of hobby gardeners right away. The exotic habit actually keeps what the title promises. The 60 cm long, dark brown fruits, which weigh several kilograms and are dangling from a liver sausage tree, are actually reminiscent of this sausage specialty. Of course, they are inedible for humans, while elephants love to…