Hints & Tricks 2025, January

Do a germination test - is sowing worth it at all?

Do a germination test - is sowing worth it at all?

If you want to find out if seeds are still good enough for sowing, you can do a very simple germination test. Find out more here.

Gardening in February - Part 1

Gardening in February - Part 1

If the temperatures allow it, you can start gardening as early as February and prune your roses, for example. More here.

Build flower boxes yourself - step by step instructions

Build flower boxes yourself - step by step instructions

Have you always wanted to build flower boxes yourself? With the help of our step-by-step instructions you can build beautiful wooden flower boxes. Read more.

Planting flower bulbs - step by step instructions

Planting flower bulbs - step by step instructions

If you want to plant flower bulbs, you should pay attention to a few important things when buying and storing them. Find out more here.

Gardening in February - Part 2

Gardening in February - Part 2

Typical gardening work in February is loosening up the vegetable beds. In addition, you can already sow the first flowers. Find out more here.

Gardening in August - 8 tips

Gardening in August - 8 tips

When it comes to gardening in August, know that there is still a lot to do in August. You can find out which tasks have to be completed here.

Prefer paprika - That's how it's done

Prefer paprika - That's how it's done

If you want to grow your peppers early, you should start sowing in March. You can find out what you need to consider when sowing here.

Sproute potatoes - step by step instructions

Sproute potatoes - step by step instructions

If you want to increase your yield by 20 percent, then you should pre-sprout your potatoes. It's not difficult at all. Find out how here.

Laying the tread plates - step-by-step instructions

Laying the tread plates - step-by-step instructions

Stepping stones in the garden bring solid ground under one's feet without paving it over. Laying is not difficult, but should still be carefully planned.

Gardening in June - 5 tasks

Gardening in June - 5 tasks

When it comes to gardening in June, there are many important tasks to think about that can easily be forgotten. Read more.

Gardening in July - 8 tasks

Gardening in July - 8 tasks

July is one of those months when you can really enjoy your garden. But there is also plenty of gardening to do in July. More here.

Winter garden in July - 4 gardening tasks

Winter garden in July - 4 gardening tasks

The conservatory also needs care in summer. Read here what work you have to do in July to enjoy your plants in the conservatory.

Growing mushrooms - 3 ways

Growing mushrooms - 3 ways

If you don't want to buy expensive mushrooms anymore, then you should grow mushrooms yourself. You have three options for this. You can find out what they are here.

Vegetable garden in May - 5 tasks

Vegetable garden in May - 5 tasks

The vegetable garden requires a lot of work from us in May. In May, beans have to be sown, courgettes and cucumbers planted and rhubarb harvested. Read more.

Gardening in spring - 4 tasks

Gardening in spring - 4 tasks

When it comes to gardening in spring, many people think that there isn't that much to do yet. That is a mistake. There is even some work to do. Read more.

Beneficial insects in the garden - they need certain temperatures

Beneficial insects in the garden - they need certain temperatures

Beneficial insects in the garden are great. With their help, you do not need to use chemical agents to combat pests. Find out more here.

Plants for dark corners - 4 beautiful plants

Plants for dark corners - 4 beautiful plants

If you want to spice up the corners of your apartment, you should get plants for dark corners. Find out more here.

Flower bed in July - 4 tips

Flower bed in July - 4 tips

Many small but important gardening tasks are often forgotten. Here you can find out what there is to do with the flower beds in July, for example.

Planting vegetables in earth bags - Here's how

Planting vegetables in earth bags - Here's how

If you want to protect your vegetables from soil diseases, you should plant your vegetables in soil bags. Thats is quite easy. Find out how here.

Tips for handling medicinal plants and their active ingredients

Tips for handling medicinal plants and their active ingredients

Many medicinal plants have been known since the Middle Ages and their mode of action has been proven many times. For some, however, you should rely on professional advice.

Bed work in May - 3 tasks

Bed work in May - 3 tasks

Just like in the greenhouse, there is also bedding work that needs to be done in May. We have put together three important tasks for you here. Read more.

Winter garden in May - 3 tasks

Winter garden in May - 3 tasks

As in the garden, there is also a lot to do in the conservatory in May. We have listed a few tasks here that you should do in May. Read more.

Greenhouse in July - 5 tasks

Greenhouse in July - 5 tasks

When it comes to the greenhouse in July, know that there is a lot to do this month. Especially the vegetables have to be cared for. Read more.

Vegetable patch in May - 4 tasks

Vegetable patch in May - 4 tasks

If you want to harvest plenty of vegetables, then of course you have to take care of your vegetable patch. We have put together 4 tasks related to the vegetable patch in May. Read more.

Plants from the gardener are dying - what now?

Plants from the gardener are dying - what now?

You can buy plants from the gardener and plant them yourself or have the gardener plant the whole thing. But what if the plants die from the gardener? Read more.

Fridge for outdoors - store vegetables in the garden

Fridge for outdoors - store vegetables in the garden

If there is no space for the harvested vegetables in the fridge or basement, then you should build your own outdoor fridge. Read how to do this here.

Garden design with bark mulch - 2 creative ideas presented

Garden design with bark mulch - 2 creative ideas presented

Whether as weed suppressant, water reservoir or habitat for small animals: Bark mulch is a real jack of all trades. And it's even great as a decoration.

Clamp awning for the balcony - an overview of the advantages of privacy protection

Clamp awning for the balcony - an overview of the advantages of privacy protection

Attach sun protection on the balcony without drilling? That's fine! A clamp awning makes it possible. Here is an overview of all the advantages of the privacy screen.

Wedding gifts for the garden - 5 ideas presented

Wedding gifts for the garden - 5 ideas presented

It is often difficult to choose a suitable wedding gift. These 5 gift ideas inspire bridal couples with a garden!

Avoid stress with plants - Here's how it works

Avoid stress with plants - Here's how it works

Regardless of whether the plants are indoors or outdoors, it is always important to avoid stressing plants. Read how to do this here.