Garden design 2024, December

Fighting couch grass in the lawn - our tips

Fighting couch grass in the lawn - our tips

Wheatgrass in the lawn can induce sheer desperation. What to do? We have tips on how to stop or even eradicate couch grass in your lawn.

Propagating Pimpernut: 2 possibilities presented

Propagating Pimpernut: 2 possibilities presented

If you want to propagate the buttercup, you have two options. We will explain to you how propagation by seed and by runners works.

Set up a barbecue area on the balcony - 3 creative design ideas for barbecue lovers

Set up a barbecue area on the balcony - 3 creative design ideas for barbecue lovers

What could be nicer than sitting in the garden and having a barbecue? But many only have a balcony. No problem! You can also set up a barbecue area here.

Plant and care for Daphne

Plant and care for Daphne

Duphts are one of the first heralds of spring in the garden. Its delicate pink flowers herald spring and attract insects to the garden.

What is a leaf pipit?

What is a leaf pipit?

When you hear the term "leafy pipit", you might think it is a species of bird. However, the meaning is completely different. In order to explain the term arbor pipit, one needs to know what exactly an arbor is. An arbor is denoted by:

Which grill to use? - Pros and Cons

Which grill to use? - Pros and Cons

True barbecue fans will confirm that a barbecue belongs in the garden. But which grill should it be? Charcoal, gas and electric here in comparison!

Plant and care for Thuja - How it's done

Plant and care for Thuja - How it's done

The thuja has long been one of the most popular hedge plants because it is so easy to care for. Read here how to properly plant and care for thuja.

Increase laburnum - 5 methods explained in detail

Increase laburnum - 5 methods explained in detail

The Laburnum is one of the low-maintenance shrubs that can reproduce itself. But you can also increase your gold rain through targeted actions.

Slope myrtle - plant, care for and propagate

Slope myrtle - plant, care for and propagate

The embankment myrtle is a versatile subshrub. Mistakes in care can make the robust plant susceptible to diseases.

Tree roots from neighboring property cause damage

Tree roots from neighboring property cause damage

What to do if the roots from the neighboring property spread too much? Can you just cap them? Who is liable for any damage?

Creating a butterfly garden – How it’s done

Creating a butterfly garden – How it’s done

If you want to create a butterfly garden, then you should plant very specific flowers in your garden. You can find out what they are here.

Planting mountain ash: Site and soil requirements

Planting mountain ash: Site and soil requirements

If you want to plant a mountain ash in your garden, there are a few things to consider. Above all, the location should be well thought out.

What is an allotment garden?

What is an allotment garden?

Also about the term

Plant, cultivate and multiply Liver Balm

Plant, cultivate and multiply Liver Balm

The liver balm cuts a fine figure in the bucket and also in the bed. The easy-care semi-shrub delights with its flowers well into autumn.

Care for Buddleia properly

Care for Buddleia properly

If you like butterflies, you can lure them into the garden with the summer lilac. However, it only thrives if you take good care of it.

Pimpernuss plants: tips on location and substrate

Pimpernuss plants: tips on location and substrate

If you are looking for an extraordinary plant, you can get a real rarity in the garden with the buttercup.

Make a balcony comfortable - 7 tips & Ideas

Make a balcony comfortable - 7 tips & Ideas

With these tips, you too can make your balcony cozy. Starting with the wall design to the decoration.

Video: Concrete Santa Clauses - Make Christmas decorations for the garden yourself

Video: Concrete Santa Clauses - Make Christmas decorations for the garden yourself

Christmas is coming and you are still looking for a suitable decoration? How about a concrete Christmas tree? You can find detailed video instructions here.

Care for, propagate and overwinter bird cherries

Care for, propagate and overwinter bird cherries

The bird cherry grows, depending on the species, as a large shrub or tree and can also bear fruit. Prunus padus makes no special demands on the location.

Planting the garden house roof - instructions for an environmentally friendly roof greening

Planting the garden house roof - instructions for an environmentally friendly roof greening

Most garden houses have roofing felt or aluminum sheeting on the roof. With a green roof you stand out and show your green thumb.

Cutting a snowball - instructions and the right time

Cutting a snowball - instructions and the right time

The snowball can become quite extensive over the years. If you want to keep your tree under control, you should cut it from time to time. Find out how here.

Care for paper buttons - watering, fertilizing and preventing diseases

Care for paper buttons - watering, fertilizing and preventing diseases

The maintenance effort for paper buttons is not particularly great. But there are a few things you should keep in mind so that you can enjoy them longer.

Fireplace on the terrace - 3 variants in comparison

Fireplace on the terrace - 3 variants in comparison

Thanks to a fireplace, you don't have to freeze on the terrace on cooler days. Here are three options and their differences.

Integrating a canopy in the conservatory - an overview of the advantages of sun protection

Integrating a canopy in the conservatory - an overview of the advantages of sun protection

An awning in the conservatory is quite an expensive affair. A canopy, on the other hand, is cheaper. And not only that. It has even more advantages.

Video: Build your own pool from Euro pallets - tips for construction and cladding

Video: Build your own pool from Euro pallets - tips for construction and cladding

Not only furniture can be conjured up from Euro pallets, but also a spacious pool. Instructions for assembly are available in this video.

Repair the gutter yourself - 3 options presented

Repair the gutter yourself - 3 options presented

Snow and ice leave clear marks on the gutter. You can repair a lot of damage yourself without much effort ✅.

Living in the garden: is that allowed? 3 points to remember

Living in the garden: is that allowed? 3 points to remember

Many garden owners dream of using the summer house as a permanent residence. But there are a few things to consider before staying in the garden permanently.

Plant magnolia - step by step instructions

Plant magnolia - step by step instructions

In spring, magnolias always delight those who look at them with an immensely lush bloom. You can find out how to plant a magnolia here.

Telescopic hedge trimmer: battery or electric?

Telescopic hedge trimmer: battery or electric?

If a hedge has grown high, a normal hedge trimmer is often not enough. Then you need a telescopic hedge trimmer. Best with battery. Or would you prefer a cable?

Creating a Benje hedge: instructions and tips for greening

Creating a Benje hedge: instructions and tips for greening

Benjes hedges are inexpensive alternatives to conventional property boundaries. They also provide a natural habitat for many useful animals.