Trees 2024, December

Growing Robinia - 3 methods explained in detail

Growing Robinia - 3 methods explained in detail

The spherical robinia can be propagated with three different methods. We give the tips, you decide which variant appeals to you more.

Propagate holm oak: This is how it works with seeds or sticks

Propagate holm oak: This is how it works with seeds or sticks

You don't have to be a gardening professional to propagate a holm oak. We present two ways to do this that you can easily implement.

Care for the holm oak: Tips for cultivating outdoors and in pots

Care for the holm oak: Tips for cultivating outdoors and in pots

The holm oak makes an impressive impression. However, since it is largely not adapted to our climate, it needs a little more care, especially in winter.

Dwarf pine - planting, care and pruning

Dwarf pine - planting, care and pruning

If you think that pine trees only grow a few meters high, you are wrong. There are also much smaller species. Such as the dwarf pine.

Planting a walnut tree - How to create the optimal conditions

Planting a walnut tree - How to create the optimal conditions

A walnut tree is very easy to care for, but takes up a lot of space over decades. Therefore, the cultivation should be well thought out.

Watering and fertilizing juniper - this is how you do it right

Watering and fertilizing juniper - this is how you do it right

The juniper is adaptable and robust. However, it only thrives if properly cared for. The main thing here is watering and fertilizing.

Propagating the baobab tree - this is how it works with cuttings & seeds

Propagating the baobab tree - this is how it works with cuttings & seeds

If you want to propagate the baobab tree, you don't necessarily need a green thumb. Even inexperienced hobby gardeners can easily get it. Read here how it works in detail.

Cutting juniper - tips and tricks for a successful hedge and topiary

Cutting juniper - tips and tricks for a successful hedge and topiary

Junior is generally undemanding, but does need pruning from time to time. Find out when and how to best prune juniper here.

Planting mulberries - tips on location, time & Substrate

Planting mulberries - tips on location, time & Substrate

The mulberry tree is a real ornament in the garden. But in order for it to grow vigorously and bear a variety of fruits, a few things have to be considered when planting.

Plant, care for, multiply and overwinter tree hazel

Plant, care for, multiply and overwinter tree hazel

The tree hazel is quite uncomplicated. Nevertheless, you should consider a few things when cultivating in your home garden.

Juniper: recognizing and combating diseases and pests

Juniper: recognizing and combating diseases and pests

Thanks to special breeding, the juniper is very robust and less susceptible to diseases. Some fungi and various pests can still cause problems for the coniferous plant.

Cutting cherries - tips for implementation at time &

Cutting cherries - tips for implementation at time &

The bird cherry grows quickly and is particularly expansive. Regular pruning is essential to keep them under control. However, it depends on the right time.

Propagating juniper - 3 ways with instructions

Propagating juniper - 3 ways with instructions

Who wants to propagate juniper. You will find three options with corresponding instructions here. But this project will not be an easy task.

Chestnuts in the garden: This is how it works

Chestnuts in the garden: This is how it works

If you want to grow a chestnut in your own garden, you really need a lot of patience. Because it takes at least 15 years until the first harvest.

Care for the baobab tree - watering, fertilizing, pests and overwintering

Care for the baobab tree - watering, fertilizing, pests and overwintering

The baobab tree can be kept as a houseplant, but also in a bucket. In our latitudes, however, this exotic species needs a minimum of care.

Propagate bluebell tree with cuttings and seeds

Propagate bluebell tree with cuttings and seeds

You don't have to be a professional gardener to propagate the bluebell tree. Even amateurs can propagate with cuttings or seeds.

Hemlock - care tips and species

Hemlock - care tips and species

Caring for the hemlock often depends on what kind you have in the garden. But they all have one thing in common, they do not tolerate drought.

Pruning a hazelnut tree - That's how it's done

Pruning a hazelnut tree - That's how it's done

The hazelnut tree is one of the more easy-care trees and does not necessarily have to be pruned. But every now and then he has to be brought into shape.

Care for weeping willow - tips for watering and cutting

Care for weeping willow - tips for watering and cutting

The weeping willow is an impressive tree that is quite easy to care for. There should only be enough space in the garden and a few tips should be observed.

Care for the Tree of God - tips for pruning and propagation

Care for the Tree of God - tips for pruning and propagation

The tree of heaven in the garden is an imposing sight. To keep it that way, it should be trimmed regularly.

Transplanting an apple tree - How it's done

Transplanting an apple tree - How it's done

If the apple tree has become too expansive in its previous location, it should be transplanted. You can find out how to do this correctly here.

Flame Tree - Identify and combat diseases and pests

Flame Tree - Identify and combat diseases and pests

The flame tree rarely shows diseases or pests. However, there are a few things to keep in mind, especially with potted plants, in order to prevent an infestation.

Plant Douglas fir - tips on location and soil requirements

Plant Douglas fir - tips on location and soil requirements

Planting a Douglas fir in the garden is not the norm, but it can be done. If you want to plant the imposing tree, you will find the instructions and tips here.

Propagating hemlock - 3 methods in comparison

Propagating hemlock - 3 methods in comparison

If you want to propagate your hemlock, you have a number of options. Grafting is a method that is more suitable for professionals.

Blue Atlas Cedar - planting, care and tips on diseases

Blue Atlas Cedar - planting, care and tips on diseases

The Blue Atlas Cedar can be found in many parks in Central Europe. But it can also be planted in the garden. However, there are a few things to consider.

Cutting Japanese cedar - Tips on timing, & implementation

Cutting Japanese cedar - Tips on timing, & implementation

The Japanese cedar is one of the cypresses with an extremely fast growth rate. Pruning is recommended to curb growth. But this should be done at the right time.

Care for golden larch - from watering to overwintering

Care for golden larch - from watering to overwintering

The golden larch native to China is cultivated almost exclusively as a bonsai in Germany. In order for it to thrive, proper care is required.

Propagate Japanese cedar - 2 methods in comparison

Propagate Japanese cedar - 2 methods in comparison

The Japanese cedar grows quickly and is easy to propagate. As a hedge, it can offer ideal privacy protection in your garden.

Planting Japanese cedar - Instructions & Tips

Planting Japanese cedar - Instructions & Tips

Once the right location for the Japanese cedar has been found, the fast-growing coniferous tree can bring gardeners a lot of joy.

Japanese maple: location, soil and 4 care tips

Japanese maple: location, soil and 4 care tips

The Japanese maple is ideal as a solitary plant in the garden or in a bucket on the terrace. Promote growth with these care tips.