Poa pratensis: properties & uses of the meadow panicle

Poa pratensis: properties & uses of the meadow panicle

The meadow panicle ( Poa pratensis ) is a common component of lawn seed mixtures. Here you can find out everything about the properties and uses of the grass. Poa pratensis is native to us and can be found in almost every house lawn [Photo: Marco.Warm / Shutterstock.com] The panicle inflorescences are probably familiar to…

Poa Trivialis: Properties & Uses of Common Bluegrass

Poa Trivialis: Properties & Uses of Common Bluegrass

Poa trivialis , also known as bluegrass, is often part of lawn seed mixes. We show what makes bluegrass so special and how it can be used in the garden. Common bluegrass is also suitable for shady gardens [Photo: Grigvovan / Shutterstock.com] As an extremely shade-tolerant and also fast-growing species, the common bluegrass ( Poa…

Fertilizing bonsai: professional tips on the procedure & the right fertilizer

Fertilizing bonsai: professional tips on the procedure & the right fertilizer

Even the smallest tree needs nutrients every now and then. We show when and how to fertilize your bonsai and which fertilizer is best suited for this. Bonsais need a special fertilization that is adapted to the long-term pot culture [Photo: wonderisland / Shutterstock.com] Just like with its free-growing conspecifics, the care of a bonsai…

Organic lawn fertilizer: benefits of natural fertilizer

Organic lawn fertilizer: benefits of natural fertilizer

For a lush green, the lawn must be properly fertilized. You can find out here why you should use organic lawn fertilizer. The choice of lawn fertilizer influences the quality of the soil under the lawn [Photo: Lukas Gojda / Shutterstock.com] Both the ingredients and the effects of organic and mineral lawn fertilizers differ from…

Best lawn fertilizer: organic & mineral fertilizers in comparison

Best lawn fertilizer: organic & mineral fertilizers in comparison

We only want the best for the perfect green space. We compare organic and mineral fertilizers and choose the best lawn fertilizer. The decision on the right lawn fertilizer is important for the quality of the lawn [Photo: SIM ONE / Shutterstock.com] Lawn fertilizers must meet the demanding requirements of the lawn and at the…

Long-term lawn fertilizer: Lawn fertilizer with a long-term effect

Long-term lawn fertilizer: Lawn fertilizer with a long-term effect

Long-term fertilizers save you constant re-fertilization and provide the lawn with nutrients for a long time. We'll show you how to use slow release fertilizers. The use of slow-release fertilizers reduces the effort required for a well-kept lawn [Photo: Dean Clarke / Shutterstock.com] By using a long-term fertilizer, you have the option of extending the…

Organic lawn fertilizer: properties & effects of organic lawn fertilizer

Organic lawn fertilizer: properties & effects of organic lawn fertilizer

Organic fertilization benefits people, animals and nature. We show why you should supply your lawn with organic lawn fertilizer and what advantages it has. Animals also feel good on an organically fertilized lawn [Photo: Anna Hoychuk / Shutterstock.com] The use of organic fertilizers represents a kind of revolution in fertilization: it has long been known…

Galangal: The aromatic and medicinal herb from your own garden

Galangal: The aromatic and medicinal herb from your own garden

Underground parts of the galangal plant are popular as medicinal and aromatic herbs. We show what needs to be considered when growing in your own garden. The relationship between galangal and ginger is evident [Photo: PratchayapornK / Shutterstock.com] Two different but closely related plants are known under the name galangal: the real galangal ( Alpinia…

Fertilizing lawns in spring: everything about the first fertilization in spring

Fertilizing lawns in spring: everything about the first fertilization in spring

In the first warmer days of spring your lawn will start growing again. Here you will find out how to properly prepare your lawn for the new season after winter and what you should consider when fertilizing lawn in spring. After winter, when sunlight and warmth are scarce and it often freezes too, most lawns…