Garden design 2024, December

Swimming pond planning: pay attention to these points

Swimming pond planning: pay attention to these points

Before you can make your dream of your own swimming pond come true, proper planning is the be-all and end-all. Read here which points are important.

Create a flower meadow - That's how it's done

Create a flower meadow - That's how it's done

If you want a lot of flowers to bloom in your garden in spring, then you should create a flower meadow in autumn. More here.

Plant serviceberry - Instructions & Tips for location & Substrate

Plant serviceberry - Instructions & Tips for location & Substrate

The service tree has become relatively unknown, but it is a real gem and conjures up a gigantic eye-catcher in the garden. In addition, she does not have great demands in order to thrive.

Cutting boxwood - you have to pay attention to this

Cutting boxwood - you have to pay attention to this

Boxwood is best pruned from March to September, whether as a hedge or as a specimen. There are a few things to consider for the perfect shape.

Elderberry - he althy and delicious

Elderberry - he althy and delicious

Elderberry is one of the plants you should definitely have in your garden. The bush not only looks good, the berries also have a healing effect. Read more.

Swimming pond Features: That belongs in a natural pool

Swimming pond Features: That belongs in a natural pool

A swimming pond only needs a few plants and fish? Far from it: You can't do it without the right equipment!

Morgensterne Sedge - Planting, caring for and multiplying

Morgensterne Sedge - Planting, caring for and multiplying

With its decorative gooseberries, the morning star sedge not only makes a pretty picture. It is also very robust, easy to care for and adaptable.

Sustainable garden furniture through upcycling: 6 creative ideas made of wood

Sustainable garden furniture through upcycling: 6 creative ideas made of wood

Beautiful, durable and sustainable: With garden furniture made of wood, you not only score points when it comes to looks, you also make a contribution to environmental protection.

Planting hanging baskets - Suitable plants and tips

Planting hanging baskets - Suitable plants and tips

Hanging baskets are a great way to add accents to balconies and terraces. The important thing is that you distinguish between shade and sun worshipers.

Tulip tree - planting, pruning &

Tulip tree - planting, pruning &

The tulip tree is one of the most popular ornamental trees in German front gardens. Did you know that the wood is even used to make toys?

Indirect lighting in the garden - show off trees, bushes and stones

Indirect lighting in the garden - show off trees, bushes and stones

With indirect lighting ✅ and my easy-to-implement tips ✅, you can make your garden shine all year round. ⭐

Planting Kolkwitzia: tips on location, soil and time of planting

Planting Kolkwitzia: tips on location, soil and time of planting

The Kolkwitzia can also be easily planted by hobby gardeners without extensive prior knowledge. So you don't even need to have a green thumb for that.

Grilling on the gas grill - 4 arguments against the charcoal grill

Grilling on the gas grill - 4 arguments against the charcoal grill

Steaks and sausages only taste good from the charcoal grill? Mistake! Gas grills have decisive advantages that convince even die-hard charcoal fans.

Garten Outdoor Ambiente 2015 - It's worth visiting the fair!

Garten Outdoor Ambiente 2015 - It's worth visiting the fair!

You lack inspiration for your garden or you are looking for new trends. Then visit the Ambiente 2015 garden fair in Stuttgart!

Terrace construction: tips for planning and execution

Terrace construction: tips for planning and execution

Skilled hobby gardeners can build their terrace themselves. Tips for planning and execution can be found here.

Lawn edging with integrated water hose and electricity

Lawn edging with integrated water hose and electricity

Lawn edges with integrated water hose and power connection allow light in the garden and water at all times without annoying tripping hazards. Read more here.

Wigbush - plants, care & Pruning

Wigbush - plants, care & Pruning

The willow tree is a real eye-catcher in the garden and also completely easy to care for. However, a special fungus can cause problems for the plant.

Planting a geranium tree - step-by-step instructions

Planting a geranium tree - step-by-step instructions

Have you ever heard of a geranium tree? This is not a real tree. Learn how to plant a geranium tree here.

Cultivating grape heather: Proper care prevents diseases

Cultivating grape heather: Proper care prevents diseases

The grape heather is very popular because of its special color of the leaves. With the right care, diseases are almost impossible.

Sport in your own garden - 4 tips that are always fun

Sport in your own garden - 4 tips that are always fun

You can save yourself expensive visits to the gym. In the garden you can keep fit much cheaper with small tools, including fun.

Trend: Winter barbecues in the garden - what hobby barbecues should consider in the cold season

Trend: Winter barbecues in the garden - what hobby barbecues should consider in the cold season

In winter it's too cold to grill? no way! All you have to do is prepare your barbecue well and dress appropriately, then winter barbecues will be wonderful.

An eye-catcher: Using sea containers in the garden? 5 examples!

An eye-catcher: Using sea containers in the garden? 5 examples!

Sea containers play an important role in cargo transportation. But did you also know that these can be used sensibly in the garden? We'll tell you how.

Creating a shade garden - How it's done

Creating a shade garden - How it's done

Most people believe that nothing grows in shady areas of the garden. Wrong thought! Convince yourself and create a shade garden.

Goldliguster - planting, caring for and pruning

Goldliguster - planting, caring for and pruning

Whether as a hedge or as a solitary plant: Goldliguster always cuts a fine figure in the garden. In addition, it thrives almost anywhere and with little care.

Harlequin willow - plants, care and pruning

Harlequin willow - plants, care and pruning

Not only does it have the nickname willow, it is also a real feast for the eyes. We're talking about the harlequin willow. Here everything about the easy-care deciduous tree.

Build a snow bar - instructions for a great eye-catcher at every winter garden party

Build a snow bar - instructions for a great eye-catcher at every winter garden party

You want to organize a garden party in winter? For example on New Year's Eve? Then a snow bar is a must. Here's how to do it.

Bridge height differences in the garden

Bridge height differences in the garden

Height differences in the garden are either wanted or they have to be bridged. For that there are different possibilities. A rock garden is the natural variant. Read more.

Pruning flannel bush - tips on timing, technique and tools

Pruning flannel bush - tips on timing, technique and tools

If you want a tidily growing and bushy flannel shrub in your garden, you need to prune it regularly. The right time is just as important as the technique.

Ornamental quince - plants, cut & propagate

Ornamental quince - plants, cut & propagate

Colorful flowers in the front yard are a must for almost every hobby gardener. The ornamental quince with its radiant flower dress is very popular here. Sees only a few demands and is therefore very easy to care for.

Planting and caring for Irish heather

Planting and caring for Irish heather

The Irish heather or bell heather is a compact, bushy heather plant that can bloom a second time after cutting.