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Why your windowsill will never be a real rainforest - and that's okay
Plants from the rainforest continue to fascinate. Their exotic shapes, lush leaves and mysterious origins have been drawing people to garden center...

The invisible world under the pot - about roots, fungi and symbiosis
What do you see when you look at a plant? The leaves, the flowers, maybe the stem. But what you don't see is often even more important: the world u...

This is how to build a small plant corner or mini-jungle in a small apartment
Do you live small, but dream of a green oasis in your home? Good news: even in a few square meters, you can create an attractive plant corner or ev...

How to recognize a sick plant? Checklist for every plant fanatic
Whether you have a windowsill full of houseplants or a greenhouse full of tropical beauties, recognizing diseases in plants is essential to prevent...

Combining plants: Which genera enhance each other in growth and appearance?
Spring is the time to breathe new life into your interior or conservatory with striking and attractive plant combinations. But how do you choose sp...

Leaf problems: what do yellow, brown or curly leaves mean?
Houseplants bring life and atmosphere to your home. Yet you may suddenly notice yellow, brown or curly leaves appearing. What does this mean? And m...

Last-minute Mother's Day gift? Give a digital gift certificate!
Mother's Day comes faster every year than you think. Before you know it, it's here - and then choice stress or panic strikes. No worries. Haven't a...

What orchids tell us about the limits of domestication
Orchids have been a source of fascination for plant lovers for centuries. Some species seem to adapt effortlessly to indoor life, while others stub...

Mother's Day: Surprise your dear mother with a truly unique orchid
Mother's Day is the time to put your mother in the spotlight. And what could be better than surprising her with a special plant that is as unique a...

Hollywood vs. Paleobotany: What did contemporary orchids do in the Cretaceous?
When you watch a movie about dinosaurs, chances are you see them walking around in a lush, green jungle full of palm trees, ferns and colorful trop...

The 7 most beautiful Hoya-species for your plant collection
Are you looking for unique and sought-after Hoya's to expand your plant collection? Here are seven beautiful Hoya-species that are currently popula...

Here's how to create a soothing plant corner with leafy plants and moss
Want a soothing spot in your home where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the day? A well-appointed plant corner with foliage plants and moss...




























