Month: May 2022
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Pringles can crafts – more than 50 upcycling ideas and life hacks
Admittedly, chips are not really healthy, but we treat ourselves to this heavenly delicious temptation every now and then. It cracks so nicely in the mouth and it also smells so delicious. But what often remains afterwards are the round, empty Pringles cans, if you decide to Creme de la creme decided in terms of…
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Plant balcony boxes – fresh ideas and useful tips
Anyone who attaches great importance to a beautiful balcony knows that plants have a special contribution to make. And who wouldn’t want their outdoor area to be bathed in a magnificent sea of flowers and fresh green? However, there are some things that need to be taken into account so that the plants feel comfortable…
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Flower Journey: Excursion to the Californian Proteen Farm “Resendizbrothers”
I got lost in a proteen field the other day. Fields full of large-flowered beauties to the horizon. And I didn’t even get off my couch to do it – I ended up on the @resendizbrothers Instagram channel. I was fascinated by the rough landscape with the protean plants and what rich wreaths and bouquets…
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Simple concepts on how to build natural stone walls that look modern in 2022
Do you need a secure privacy screen in your garden? Are you looking for a robust yet natural setting for your planting? Would you like to flank a patio area in an upscale way and visually separate it from the other zones in the garden? Do you have a broad concept in mind that includes…
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Can you fertilize the peonies with coffee grounds?
The favorite flower of many gardeners – the peony, has already bloomed and for this reason we would like to give you some tips on how to properly care for this beauty. Because fertilizing is one of the most important factors in the lush flowering of most plants, we are also concerned with how you…
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Ground cover plants that tolerate a lot of sun – garden design with holiday flair
Once the good weather begins, we love to spend every free minute in the garden. The gardening in April was exhausting but important and now we are doing the important tasks in the garden in May as well. Everyone sometimes strives for a dreamlike design in their own garden, with which one feels like the…
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Summer hairstyles for women over 40 that make you younger and give you that holiday feeling!
Finding a good haircut is almost like discovering the hidden fountain of youth. This is especially true for hair over 40. Few factors are more transformative than your hair. The right style and haircut are therefore an essential part of your look and your charisma. If you’re a lady over 40, you’ve probably already sensed…
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Propagating orchids yourself: you should know that!
Find out how orchids reproduce in nature and how you can reproduce your own orchids. If you have mastered orchid care and want to add another orchid to your garden, you have two options. Either you go to your local nursery and buy another orchid, or you propagate the orchid you already have. If you…
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What plants don’t snails like? Natural repellents in the garden
It’s hard to believe at times how such small and slow creatures as snails and slugs can cause so much damage in such a short amount of time. In the morning we tend our garden, in the evening we discover the unmistakable trail of slime and large holes in the foliage of our favorite ornamental…
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Clematis care tips and interesting facts about clematis
Clematis, clematis, clematis – this predominantly delicate plant genus with over 300 species and countless varieties and hybrids belongs to one of the largest botanical families, the buttercup family. As you can already guess from the German name, these are exclusively vine-like climbing and sometimes creeping plants. They are native to forested, tropical to subarctic…
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Recognize and fight oak processionary moths properly
Oak processionary moths are also spreading more and more in this country. The hairy pests originally come from Central and Eastern Europe, but due to climate change they already feel quite comfortable in the north. Milder winters and warmer spring weather offer them perfect living conditions and the many oak forests attract them even more.…
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Tree trunk as a garden decoration – inspiring design ideas for the sake of nature
The gardening in the spring and in the following months into the late autumn just doesn’t want to end. But every day in the fresh air can bring us new, very positive experiences. If you like working outside, you encourage your imagination and increase your creativity. If you already have cool design ideas and want…
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Plant pansies – from when and how, plus a few care tips
The pansies are popular ornamental plants, which spice up every outdoor area. They are particularly suitable for spring as a beautiful garden and balcony decoration. But they are also an excellent garden ornament in summer. If you want to beautify the outdoor area with this classic, you will surely ask yourself the question: When should…
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Essential oils and their effects – aromatherapy with scented oils
Essential oils : action and dynamics Yes, exactly. Essential oils have an effect with different dynamics. This is also of fundamental importance when using them. We know from experience that it is important to follow and understand them exactly. Because sometimes this is of crucial importance when you have to choose the right product. What…
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Carrot oil – what’s behind the new beauty hype?
Beautiful, shiny hair, smooth, radiant skin – who doesn’t want that? Especially in summer we are outside more often and our body is exposed to a lot of sun and wind. The ends of the hair and facial skin dry out much faster and don’t always look great. There is of course a wide range…
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Plant encyclopedia – outdoor plant species for your shaded areas
Types of plants for the garden and their care Finding sun tolerant plants can prove difficult. But the other variant, ie caring for plants that like the shade, proves to be even more complicated. Do we want ours plant dictionary look at such plant species together? All you have to do is scroll down…
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Flexitarian nutrition – the latest diet trend is conquering the world
The flexitarian diet is currently enjoying great popularity here in Germany. This is actually not a new diet trend, but rather a philosophy of life. People deliberately reduce the consumption of animal products or do without them altogether. For example, flexitarians rarely consume animal foods such as meat, fish and dairy products. With this diet,…
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Garden decoration with pallets – This is how you can beautify your outdoor area cheaply and creatively!
With spring in the air and summer just around the corner, now is the time to get outside and brighten up your garden, yard or patio. This does not necessarily have to be done with a large budget. For example, pallets offer an inexpensive and easy way to create a plant-filled outdoor space or to…
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Very Peri Boho style wedding
Have you wondered how bold colors can be used at a wedding? One such color is Very Peri, which combines shades of blue with a violet undertone. Here we show you a very peri wedding in boho style. The typical boho color palette of brown and beige is combined with the strong accent color. It…
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Cockchafer grubs and fighting them with home remedies
Finally the weather is nice and you are in the garden early in the morning. The good weather makes us all happy, but you should be careful with your euphoria. However, it is not just the people who are happy about the better weather. The larvae of the May and June beetle, just like those…
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Are Strawberries Healthy? Find the answer to this question here with us…
The strawberry is a truly unique fruit! She is worth every fascination! She is beautiful, fresh and full of aromas. At the same time, over time, it has become one of the symbols of love and romance. Not only is it delicious and juicy, but it also has incredible properties that are good for our…
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Planting and caring for elephant grass – the most important things at a glance
In most cases, different types of plants live together in a garden. Each plant is unique in itself, but together they make a beautiful whole. In addition to perennials, shrubs and trees, grasses are also planted in the outdoor area, because they spice up the ambience wonderfully. The elephant grass is a great example of…
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Coffee grounds for radiant skin – peelings and masks for face and body
Coffee grounds have a wide range of uses in the garden. Once dry, it can be incorporated into the soil of various plants, providing additional nutrients and protection from pests and weeds. Coffee grounds must always be used sparingly, so active coffee drinkers often have a lot left over. Although dry coffee grounds can be…
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The Mexican orange blossom – a beautiful scented plant for your garden or balcony
One of the best evergreen garden shrubs, Choisya ternate is so easy to cultivate. Offering an impressive combination of lush, evergreen foliage and delightfully fragrant flowers, the plant is a medium-sized shrub that is just perfect for the garden or balcony. With its delightful scent and rich blooms, Orange Blossom offers you a great way…