Hydrangea is among the most beautiful plants in the autumn garden. This ornamental shrub is both hardy and relatively easy to succeed with, and it offers impressive flower display from late summer well into autumn.
With the right tools, fertilizer and care, the dream of a healthy and green lawn becomes a reality. Learn more about how to take care of the lawn and keep it in good condition all year round.
Heather can withstand the entire winter outdoors and helps add color to everything from patios, balconies, and porch steps. If you take care of the heather properly, it will stay beautiful throughout the season. Learn more about care and different types of heather here!
Do you want to fill your pantry with homemade treats? Making your own juice is a perfect way to utilize fruits and berries from the garden.
When fall is approaching and the nights get colder, it's easy to think that the gardening season is over, but nothing could be further from the truth. Fall is the perfect time to plant new perennials, shrubs, and trees. Even seeds can benefit from being planted in the fall.,Early in the fall, when the soil is still warm, it's easy for new plants to establish themselves. Fall rains and higher humidity help, and you don't have to run around with the watering can as often as when planting in spring and summer. The actual digging is also easier when the soil is moist.,,,As if that wasn't enough, fall is also an excellent time for dividing and moving plants. Since the plants are going into winter dormancy and the plant sap is sinking down into the roots, they are not as sensitive as in the summer.
Good soil and fertilizer are important for healthy, fresh and beautiful plants throughout the season – regardless of whether you plant directly in the garden or in outdoor pots, planters, and boxes.
Making jam and marmalade from berries and fruits from the garden is a tradition for many, but also surprisingly easy if you have never tried before. Here we go through the process step by step.
Place different types of flower bulbs in layers to get many beautiful flowers with a long flowering time. Mix everything from tulips, daffodils, and various types of crocuses to create an impactful bulb lasagna. Learn how!
Coral bells is a perennial with a somewhat unclear species boundary. This hardy and beautiful plant is a rare decorative creature that forms some of the most seductive patterns you can find in a garden.
This somewhat forgotten succulent is a great plant to have in the garden. Whether in a pot or a flower bed, hylotelephium telephium is quite unassuming in spring and early summer, but from August to October it shows itself at its very best.
The interest in decorating with plants is increasing, and more and more people want plants that bring new energy. Plants can transform a dull space into a sculptural eye-catcher, radiate elegance, or be a colorful energy bomb. These plants give your home a completely new character!
Norwegians are more interested in indoor plants than ever before, and the greatest interest is in easy-to-care-for plants. We would like to create harmonious and natural indoor environments with green plants, at the same time as many people need plants that are relatively easy to care for. These are the plant trends that apply now.
Here are super simple tips for easily taking care of and nurturing your green indoor plants.
When planting in pots, the plant's nutrient and water reserves are limited to the size of the pot. As the plant grows larger, it should be repotted.
Garden paths make walking through the garden easier and protect plants and lawn from being trampled. Here we go through different materials, methods and tips for garden paths.
July, August, and September (JAS) are good months for pruning most bushes and trees in the garden. This is when the plant is in full growth and we can see the plant's shape with its foliage. For the varieties known as 'bleeders', this is the only time of year suitable for pruning.
Keep your garden well-groomed and your flower beds blooming. With the right tools, it's easier to get your garden just the way you want it.
Fresh grass clippings are so nutrient-rich that they have almost the same effect on plants as cow manure. But not only that, grass clippings improve the structure of the soil, help retain moisture, and prevent weeds.
There are many benefits to watering with rainwater. Plants love it, groundwater is preserved, and less energy is used. Here’s how easy it is to collect and use rainwater in your garden.
Fruits and berries that are packed with healthy vitamins can be grown at home. Here are six beautiful vitamin bombs for your garden.
Fermentation is a great way to preserve vegetables through the winter. By using salt, you create an environment where good bacteria thrive while keeping bad ones out. This not only makes your vegetables last longer, but also gives them a nice, tangy flavor. In this article, we'll show you how to ferment, step by step.
Is it time to replace the garden furniture, or do you have a new patio that you are going to furnish for the first time? Here we go through different materials, maintenance needs, accessories and the like, so that you have a good basis for choosing the best for your needs.
With proper maintenance and winter storage, you can keep your garden furniture lasting and looking great, year after year. Usually, it doesn't take much!
Build an insect hotel and boost biodiversity and harvests in your garden. To grow fruits and berries, pollination is essential—and to ensure pollination, you need insects.
Spring and summer offer many festive occasions. May 17th, baptisms, weddings, work gatherings, graduations and midsummer. Flowers make it extra nice and create a good atmosphere.
A classic fir garland or a more modern twist? Use it as a table decoration, hang it on the staircase railing, or around the door.
November can feel like a long, dark month between the colorful autumn and all the coziness of December. But there is a way to brighten up this time without jumping straight into the Christmas celebrations: novent. Novent gives us the opportunity to transition from the calm of autumn to the anticipation of Advent, slowly but surely. By focusing on small changes and subtle decorations, you can create a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you look forward to Christmas without rushing into it. Novent is a play on words with November and Advent. It is during this period that we create a mood that prepares us for Christmas without taking away the excitement of Advent itself. We don't start decorating for Christmas, but we prepare our homes for cozy indoor moments. Here are some ways to transform your home and create the perfect novent mood.
Celebrate the fall with a fall wreath of heather. Here you have a simple step-by-step guide, so that you can make your own, whether you prefer a pink dream or more classic fall colors.
Have you got a puppy? Then you have both a wonderful and challenging time ahead of you. Make life a little easier by preparing your home for the new center of your family.
Can dogs and cats enjoy the garden as much as we do? Of course! Here we explain more about why you can create a safe and fun garden for both you and your furry friend. Whether you have a dog or a cat, one or more, it might be a good idea to take a look at the garden from your pet's perspective.
What kind of toxic plants are harmful to cats and dogs - and when is it time to contact a veterinarian? Read more here and get an overview of common poisoning symptoms, as well as which plants dogs and cats are intolerant to.
Plants need good, nutrient-rich soil to grow properly, but used soil in plant boxes and pots doesn't need to be thrown away; it can easily be made good as new. Here are the tips you need to save both time and money.
Good soil and nutrients are the alpha and omega for both green and flowering indoor plants. Since the plants are in pots, they are completely dependent on us to give them what they need to thrive.
Bokashi is a Japanese method that turns food waste into nutrient-rich soil. Make your own bokashi compost with a bucket, food scraps, and compost bran. After a few weeks, you'll have nutrient-rich soil for your plants.
In recent months, flatworms have been discovered in plant deliveries from other countries. The Norwegian Environment Agency is urging all gardening and plant enthusiasts to help prevent its spread. The flatworm poses a threat to biodiversity and food chains if it establishes itself in the natural environment.
If you look closely, they are there - the ants. Even though they can sometimes cause trouble, they are also very useful. Here we tell you more about how to live together with ants in the garden and how to get rid of them if they are in the way.
It's just 'slurp' – and then the brown slugs have eaten the entire crop. For a couple of decades, brown slugs (also called the Spanish slug or Iberian slug) have become a major problem in our gardens. They spread rapidly and eat almost everything, but there are good opportunities to get rid of them. Here's how to do it.
Aphids are found in all gardens. They suck nutrients from the plants' leaves and make them weaker. If they become numerous, they can damage both flowering and crops. Here you will learn how to keep them in check in a sustainable way.
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