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Golden deadnettle is also suitable as ground cover for shady areas.

Plant Knowledge 11 Ground Covers That Thrive in the Shade

Looking for ground covers for shade? These 11 types thrive in low-light areas and reliably green dry or moist spaces.

When pruning grapevines, there are a few things to keep in mind.

For a High Yield What to Consider When Pruning Grapevines

Regularly pruning a grapevine ensures it consistently produces large fruit. myHOMEBOOK explains what to keep in mind.

Yeast is touted online as a natural fertilizer. Is it really that effective?

Garden Expert Explains Is It Sensible to Use Yeast as Fertilizer?

Yeast is considered a popular home remedy in gardening. But is it really effective as a fertilizer? myHOMEBOOK explains what's behind it.

When specific soil is used repeatedly, it eventually becomes depleted and lacks sufficient nutrients to continue supporting plant growth.

Floor Care How to Make Old Soil Fertile Again

Exhausted soil after the harvest? myHOMEBOOK explains how to make soil in garden beds, raised beds, and containers fertile again.

If you want to use an oversized zucchini, there are a few things to keep in mind.

An Expert Explains! Is an oversized zucchini still edible?

Those who grow zucchini in their garden often wonder if particularly large specimens are still edible.

Gardening Expert Reveals How to Keep Your Container Garden Thriving Through Hot Summers

myHOMEBOOK reveals what matters for container gardens in the summer and how plants can withstand the heat.

Persistent heat and drought are taking a toll on many plants. To help them, hobby gardeners often resort to measures that, while well-intentioned, don't always benefit the plants.

Garden Expert Explains These 6 Care Mistakes Make Plants Suffer Even More in Heat

Watering, fertilizing, mowing: in heat, well-intentioned care can stress plants further. You should avoid these six mistakes.

There are numerous alternatives to traditional bark mulch, but which ones are suitable for which plants?

Mulch Maintenance Which Mulch Alternatives Suit Which Plants

What can be used as a substitute for bark mulch? myHOMEBOOK explains which plants can serve as alternatives.

Lavender can be easily propagated if you know how to do it.

About Cuttings How to Easily Propagate Lavender in Summer

Lavender can also be easily propagated in the summer if you know how. myHOMEBOOK explains what you should pay attention to.

The dog days are starting again, and temperatures are expected to rise. Therefore, it's important to water the garden well.

Expert on Summer Temperatures What the Dog Days Mean for Your Garden

Dog days are often associated with heat. myHOMEBOOK reveals how to care for plants and what weather to expect during the dog days of 2026.

Simple hedges should be kept in shape, but there are a few things to consider with flowering hedges.

Beautiful for Months How to Design Your Garden with Flowering Hedges

Hedges aren't just for privacy; they can also enhance a garden's beauty. myHOMEBOOK explains what to consider when planting flowering hedges.

Rhododendrons are a real eye-catcher in many gardens. Unfortunately, in many regions, they struggle to withstand the hot and dry summers.

Garden Expert Explains "Why I Wouldn't Plant a Rhododendron Today"

Rhododendrons are considered garden classics. However, myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering has decided against them.

Container Gardening The Trend for Hobby Gardeners with Limited Space

More and more people are discovering container gardening—a versatile and flexible way to cultivate plants in small spaces.

Mistakes Can Happen When Growing Potatoes

Garden Expert Explains 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Growing Potatoes

Potatoes are among the most popular vegetables for home gardens. However, several mistakes can occur when growing potatoes.

Experience the Seasons The New Garden Aesthetic: How "New Perennial" Promotes Natural Beauty

"New Perennial" refers to a modern approach to using perennials that combines aesthetics with nature.

Errors in watering cucumbers can lead to plant diseases, among other issues.

Many amateur gardeners don't know this Why You Should Never Water Cucumbers With Cold Water

When growing cucumbers in the garden or on the balcony, it's essential to avoid three common watering mistakes.

The childhood garden had many flowers and a porch swing where Grandma sometimes slept. (Stock photo)

Garden Expert Reveals The Three Biggest Beginner Mistakes I Made in the Garden

In a new garden, beginner mistakes are inevitable. myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering reveals her top three.

If you have too many plants, you don't have to throw them away. You can give them away or even sell them.

Do Not Simply Dispose Various Ways to Responsibly Give Away Plants

Too Many Plants? Instead of Disposing Them, Give Them Away. myHOMEBOOK Offers Various Options.

Reviewed by Computer BILD These Pruning Shears Models Perform Well in Tests

A recent test of various garden shear models reveals what truly matters when cutting in practice.

Error Analysis This Is Why Many Plants in the Garden Don't Thrive

Many plants are placed in garden locations they would never have chosen themselves, and this has consequences.

Those who plant regularly should not only consider the price when choosing a trowel.

Comprehensive Test by Computer BILD Which Garden Trowels Are Really Worth It

Which Garden Trowel Stands Out in the Test? What to Consider When Buying? Here Are the Best Models.

With a children's raised garden bed, you can introduce young ones to nature and teach them through play.

"Easy Garden" Raised Bed for Kids: Easy DIY Guide

An old Lego table becomes a children's raised garden bed. This way, children can playfully discover nature and learn how plants grow.

Watering the Garden: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Properly Watering Your Garden Plants Get Just the Right Amount of Water With These Tips

Properly watering plants conserves water, strengthens roots, and helps plants better endure dry periods.

In the Summer These Plants Are Natural Insect Watering Stations

If you want to make your garden insect-friendly, use plants that serve as natural insect water sources.

Oak processionary moths may be small, but the danger they pose should be taken seriously.

Health Hazardous What to Do if You Find the Oak Processionary Moth in Your Garden

The bristles of the oak processionary moth are dangerous for trees, humans, and pets. Here's how to effectively combat these insects.

Perlite, vermiculite, and zeolite are considered soil enhancers.

For Gardens and Houseplants How Soil Enhancers Perlite, Vermiculite, and Zeolite Work

Perlite, vermiculite, and zeolite are soil enhancers. myHOMEBOOK explains the differences and how to use them.

Should you plant flowers in the vegetable garden, or is that a no-go?

Garden Expert Explains Flowers in the Vegetable Garden Are the Secret Weapon for Your Yard

Often, flowers are only found in designated flower beds. But what happens if they are planted in the vegetable garden? myHOMEBOOK explains.

In the spring, wisteria blooms with blue-violet flower clusters, giving the house and garden a fairy-tale touch.

Wisteria 4 Common Mistakes in Wisteria Care

Wisteria is a popular garden plant, but it's important to watch out for common care mistakes.

Rhubarb is decorative and suitable for beginner gardeners.

Ideal for Beginners Planting and Caring for Rhubarb–Tips for a Bountiful Harvest

Rhubarb is versatile, hardy, and easy to care for. myHOMEBOOK explains what to consider when planting and maintaining it.

If parsley isn't growing, it's often due to care mistakes.

In the Garden and on the Balcony Parsley Not Growing? Watch Out for These Care Mistakes

If parsley fails to grow despite personal cultivation efforts, it is often due to common care mistakes.

Many mistakes can occur when growing pumpkins.

Garden Expert Explains 5 Common Mistakes When Growing Pumpkins

Pumpkins are a very popular vegetable for home gardening. Certain mistakes can ruin the harvest.

Where blossoms climb and colors flow, the garden becomes a romantic backdrop.

In the Garden and on the Balcony 5 Plants for a Romantic Touch

Romance in the garden isn't a fixed style; it's a matter of perception. Various plants with a romantic look can help achieve this effect.

"Easy Garden" With This Trick, Planting Vegetables Becomes Child's Play

With the simple fork trick, delicate seedlings can be gently removed from trays—ideal for many young plants.

Affordable Natural Fertilizer How to Easily Turn Nettles into Fertilizer

Nettles can be transformed into fertilizer. myHOMEBOOK explains how to easily make nettle manure.

As a hedge plant, the cherry laurel is very popular, but there are better alternatives.

Can Lead to Problems Which Trees to Avoid Planting in Your Garden

The garden is a place of relaxation for many. Therefore, it's best to avoid planting trees in the garden that could cause problems.

The Ice Saints can have serious consequences for our plants.

In May Why the Ice Saints Are Crucial for Hobby Gardeners

The Ice Saints are an important period for hobby gardeners and farmers. But what exactly do they mean for our plants?

In spring, potted daffodils are a popular gift. Should you dig them up once they've finished blooming?

Garden Expert Explains Daffodils in Pots Faded? Here's What to Do Now

Faded daffodils need proper care. myHOMEBOOK reveals why the leaves should stay and when replanting is especially beneficial.