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Planning to plant a hedge around your property? Maybe you've just purchased a plot of land, or want to section off part of your garden? Read on to learn more about the different types of hedges you can choose from, and which ones are best suited for various purposes.
With proper maintenance and winter storage, you can keep your garden furniture lasting and looking great, year after year. Usually, it doesn't take much!
With the right tools, fertilizer and care, the dream of a healthy and green lawn becomes a reality. Learn more about how to take care of the lawn and keep it in good condition all year round.
July, August, and September (JAS) are good months for pruning most bushes and trees in the garden. This is when the plant is in full growth and we can see the plant's shape with its foliage. For the varieties known as 'bleeders', this is the only time of year suitable for pruning.
Pruning of plants is most often done to create shapes or sizes, or to get larger yields and more flowers. Fruit trees such as apple and pear can be pruned regularly so that they give the best possible yield. Other bushes and trees can be pruned less frequently to rejuvenate and even them out.
Tulips, hyacinths, alliums, gladioli, lilies, and snowflakes. The bulb plants are many and beautiful. But what is the difference between spring bulbs and fall bulbs? And how and when should they be planted? Let's dive into the world of flower bulbs.
Are your indoor plants looking a bit sickly during the winter months? This is usually because the natural light from the sun is too weak. With the help of plant lighting, you can give both seed-grown plants and potted plants the little extra they need to thrive at home all year round.
Build an insect hotel and boost biodiversity and harvests in your garden. To grow fruits and berries, pollination is essential—and to ensure pollination, you need insects.
Even those who do not have the opportunity to plant outdoors can enjoy the joy of growing and harvesting. During the winter months, one must provide extra light for the crop to germinate.
The inner part of nature's everyday drama unfolds in your garden - attracting all the forest's small birds with food. It is a fascinating, exciting, entertaining, and - for certain small birds - a life-saving act to feed them through the coldest period of the year.
Making a moss wreath is super easy. Since moss dries beautifully, it can last a long time. Just refresh the wreath with new decorations as the seasons change.
Beautiful red foliage and the last traces of summer. Now is the time to harvest the final vegetables and fruits from the garden. At the same time, it’s a great opportunity to plant something new—and, most importantly, to plant flower bulbs in the ground for a wonderful, blooming spring.
The days are getting shorter, and the cold is creeping in – but it is still possible to grow! October is a fantastic time for those who want to sow for the fall, plant flower bulbs, divide and plant perennials, roses and, not least, new trees.
Gray or snowy? November can bring different weather, from place to place and year to year. Regardless, there is a lot that can be done in the garden. How about preparing for spring grafting of apple and pear trees, or taking winter cuttings? In addition, in some places you can still harvest seeds, divide perennials, plant new ones, autumn sow or prepare for winter sowing.
Decorate the grave for autumn with plants and lit candles. Around the time of All Saints' weekend, cemeteries and memorial gardens are usually adorned with lights, flowers, and greenery. You can also light a candle at home for those you miss and think about.
When nights grow cooler and frost approaches, it's time to bring in Mediterranean plants like figs, citrus, and olive trees. But simply moving them indoors isn't enough—they want a winter resembling that of the Mediterranean. Here’s how you can easily create subtropical conditions at home.
A hedge needs regular care to stay healthy and even. But when is the best time to trim it? Read more here to learn everything you need to know about trimming and maintaining your hedge.
Sow seeds early and late in the fall - and be greeted by a blooming garden in the spring. Which seeds are suitable for overwintering? Read more here in our guide and get your planting done in the fall before the frost comes.
Kilograms of cucumbers and apples in buckets and containers. It's fun to succeed with cultivation, but what do we do with all the food? Here we tell you how to store fruits and vegetables in the best way possible.
Picking, cleaning, and drying mushrooms is a rewarding and relaxing hobby that anyone can learn. With the right knowledge about different types of mushrooms and equipment, you'll be quickly on your way.
Do you want to fill your pantry with homemade treats? Making your own juice is a perfect way to utilize fruits and berries from the garden.
Are you drowning in homegrown zucchini? Then you are not alone! Just a couple of plants can yield huge amounts of zucchini. Here we give you eight good tips on how to take care of your zucchini.
Fermentation is a great way to preserve vegetables through the winter. By using salt, you create an environment where good bacteria thrive while keeping bad ones out. This not only makes your vegetables last longer, but also gives them a nice, tangy flavor. In this article, we'll show you how to ferment, step by step.
When fall is approaching and the nights get colder, it's easy to think that the gardening season is over, but nothing could be further from the truth. Fall is the perfect time to plant new perennials, shrubs, and trees. Even seeds can benefit from being planted in the fall.,Early in the fall, when the soil is still warm, it's easy for new plants to establish themselves. Fall rains and higher humidity help, and you don't have to run around with the watering can as often as when planting in spring and summer. The actual digging is also easier when the soil is moist.,,,As if that wasn't enough, fall is also an excellent time for dividing and moving plants. Since the plants are going into winter dormancy and the plant sap is sinking down into the roots, they are not as sensitive as in the summer.
Take care of the delightful days of autumn and make the balcony, terrace, and entrance look nice with beautiful autumn flowers. There are many fine plants in warm, muted colors that fit well in terracotta-colored, black, and gray pots. A combination of white and green also fits nicely for autumn.
Start a fire in the oven or fireplace at home, and enjoy the warmth and coziness it brings. Learn everything you need to know about firewood and indoor fireplaces.
Get a beautiful hedge that protects against prying eyes, adds life and shape to your garden, or takes the breath away from all visitors with its lovely blooms. Here are tips on different hedge plants and how to plant them for the best results.
Did you think your pressure washer was only reserved for car washing, watering, and rinsing garden furniture? Then you're mistaken! If you invest in a good pressure washer, with the option of many accessories, it can actually be used for much more. And for practical things you would never have thought to use the pressure washer for.
There are many benefits to watering with rainwater. Plants love it, groundwater is preserved, and less energy is used. Here’s how easy it is to collect and use rainwater in your garden.
In spring and autumn, you can divide perennial plants that have become too large. The plants will thrive better, and you'll get new young plants that look exactly like the parent plant. Here’s how to effectively divide plants.
In order to succeed with companion planting in pots, you must consider various growing conditions, growth habits, and forms. Learn the terms "thrillers", "fillers", and "spillers" and create beautiful groups with plants and flowers that thrive together and complement each other.
Late summer and autumn are wonderful times in the garden. For those who have planted and sown vegetables and fruit, there is much that ripens during this period. Many perennials are at their best now, and roses and hydrangeas are also in full bloom.
Despite the fact that soil and potting soil are some of the most fiddly things there are, it's not difficult to make your own – and it's a nice compliment to store-bought soil. Here are some of the methods that transform autumn leaves and grass clippings into garden gold.
When we talk about pumpkins, there are several different species and types. The most well-known are perhaps the large orange pumpkins that are becoming more and more common in people's homes at Halloween in the form of hollowed-out lanterns, or the smaller decorative pumpkins that only weigh a couple of pounds each.
Making jam and marmalade from berries and fruits from the garden is a tradition for many, but also surprisingly easy if you have never tried before. Here we go through the process step by step.
When winter is on its way, some plants need a little help to withstand the winter, especially in the colder parts of our country. Depending on where and how they are planted, we need to use some different tricks.