Garden plants

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.

Extensive 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.

Square foot gardening is gaining popularity among those with limited space.

Square Foot Gardening Square Foot Gardening: Small Plots for Diverse Harvests

"Square foot gardening" is the ideal solution for those with limited space for gardening. myHOMEBOOK explains what it's all about.

Proper Care 9 Common Mistakes When Planting Zucchini in the Garden

When planting zucchini, there are several things to keep in mind. myHOMEBOOK highlights nine common mistakes.

Gardener Explains Why You Should Stop Planting Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas are extremely popular in Germany, but according to a gardener, they should no longer be planted. myHOMEBOOK explains why.

Ground covers can make the spaces between garden paths more attractive and insect-friendly with their blooms. Weeds have almost no chance.

No Chance for Weeds 5 Fast-Growing Ground Covers for Your Garden

Ground covers in the garden are helpful for conserving water and preventing weeds. Here’s an overview of five fast-growing ground covers.

Gardening for the Vase How to Create a Cut Flower Bed in Your Garden

A cut flower bed is a garden bed specifically designed for harvesting flowers. Which flowers are suitable? And how do you set up the bed?

At first glance, it looks like rapeseed, but it's actually the Oriental mustard plant.

Potentially Invasive Why the Oriental Rocket Is a Problem in the Garden

At first glance, it looks like rapeseed, but it's actually the potentially invasive Eastern rocket.

Tips for Your Vegetable Garden Starting Onions from Seeds or Direct Sowing?

Sowing onions instead of planting sets is a bit more labor-intensive, but with the right preparation, it works seamlessly.

Spring crocuses are considered mildly toxic.

Popular Harbingers of Spring How Toxic Are Crocuses Really?

Crocuses are popular spring bloomers that like to spread across meadows. myHOMEBOOK explains whether crocuses are toxic.

Some ground covers should be avoided. This includes, for example, the lesser periwinkle.

More Harm Than Good Which Ground Covers to Avoid in Your Garden

Ground covers are not only practical but also beautiful. myHOMEBOOK reveals which ground covers you might want to avoid.

Ideal for Novice Gardeners How to Grow Kohlrabi Indoors

Kohlrabi can be started indoors for an early harvest. A gardening expert at myHOMEBOOK explains how to do it.

Consulting the Expert Why Trees Are Painted White

When trees are painted white, there can be various reasons behind it. myHOMEBOOK inquired at a tree nursery.

Floor Care Why You Should Skip Digging in the Garden

There are several good reasons to skip digging in the garden. myHOMEBOOK presents them.

Alternatives in the Garden Photinia as a Hedge–Evergreen, Modern, and Surprisingly Low-Maintenance

How suitable is the popular photinia as a garden hedge? What to consider when growing the popular hedge plant, according to myHOMEBOOK

Naturally, Climate-Friendly, and Practical Trends in Gardening for 2026

Sustainability remains important but is being considered more practically: What works in everyday life? These are the garden trends for 2026.