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While many vegetables can be eaten raw, others should be avoided due to their ingredients

Attention! Which vegetables should not be eaten raw?

Sooner or later: A quick wash cycle saves time, while an ECO program conserves energy

Widespread misconception! Why the washing machine's quick wash program does not save money

Especially in the fall, the American red oak, the 2025 Tree of the Year, is a real feast for the eyes

Chosen by experts Why the American red oak is the tree of the year 2025

Washing-up liquid, leftover food, water residue - the kitchen sink actually needs to be cleaned all the time

Have you tried it yet? This trick keeps the kitchen sink shining for a long time

Dry laundry faster

Without a dryer How to dry laundry indoors more quickly

The potato rose has many positive properties, but there are a few things you should know about this plant before you plant it

In the garden as well Why beach rose can become a problem

There are over 4000 different varieties of tulips worldwide, which bloom in a wide variety of colors and shapes

Planting flower bulbs in the fall How to plant and care for tulips properly

Autumn is the time to put the bulbs in the ground for the coming season

Early-blooming plants How to plant flower bulbs for spring in the fall

Old, broken sofa

Interior designer reveals 5 tips for beautifying an old sofa

Apple varieties

Cooking, baking, ... The best apple varieties for different uses

To ensure that houseplants grow well all year round, they should be supplied with sufficient nutrients

Unexpected effect Why you should water houseplants with salt water

Bright first floor apartment

Furnishings, color, ... How to make a first-floor apartment brighter

Reflective foil

Expert has a clear opinion Is putting reflective foil behind the heater worthwhile?

A smaller bin for organic waste is less smelly as you have to empty it more often

Eliminate odors 3 simple tips against smelly organic waste in the kitchen

This is not how it should be done. Toilet paper should not be stored openly next to the shower.

Expert clarifies Should you really not store toilet paper in the bathroom?

Food stains, in particular, can be effectively removed with a very specific household remedy

Everyone has it at home This home remedy is a well-kept secret for removing stains

Chestnuts can not only be used for handicrafts, they can also be used wonderfully in the household for cleaning

Not only suitable for handicrafts 3 ways to use chestnuts in the household

Goji berry

Planting and care tips How to cultivate a goji berry bush in the garden

Cosmea

Delicate summer flowers with bright colors Planting and care tips for cosmos

Caterpillar food plants such as stinging nettle attract peacock butterflies. This is where they lay their eggs, from which caterpillars like these then hatch.

Caterpillar food plants Turn your garden into a paradise for butterflies with these plants