Gardening Tips 2025, April

In this article you will learn everything about the advantages of Plantura's peat-reduced and peat-free organic soils and why the soils help to save CO2.…

Why is there so much peat in garden soil? What alternatives to peat are there? Our tips for peat-free gardening.…

What are PK fertilizers? Why do you need fertilizers with phosphorus and potassium? And why are they mainly used in agriculture?…

What can be planted in April and what is ready for harvest? Plantura reveals what's blooming now and what gardening needs to be done in April.…

What is topsoil? What do you need it for? We reveal the benefits of Mother Earth and sustainable alternatives.…

Why does potting soil go mouldy? How to prevent and fight mold on potting soil? Plantura tips against moldy potting soil.…

What can be sown and harvested in March? Which plants are blooming now? All gardening work for March in the large Plantura overview.…

What types of mulch are there? Which mulch is suitable for which plants? Everything about bark mulch, pine mulch, wood chippings and co. in comparison.…

What is peat and how is it formed? We explain how peat is used in the garden and why it should be used sparingly.…

Garden in February: What can you sow now? What flowers bloom in February? Does the lawn need care now? All February gardening tips.…

We show how you can contribute to climate protection by building up a layer of humus and give tips on building up humus in your own garden.…

What is mulching and what does it do? Our tips for choosing the right procedure & when to mulch in the garden.…

Which grit is the best? How can you spread sustainably in winter? Plantura tests the advantages and disadvantages of road s alt, lava grit and Co.…

The mild climate in the conservatory is perfect for cultivating exotic and cold-sensitive plants. Plantura's recommendations!…

What is phenology? In our garden planner, we show you how plants show us the seasons and help us to garden more efficiently.…

Plant moss in the garden? Introducing 5 types of decorative moss for the garden, including Maidenhair Moss, Silver Moss and Fountain Liver Moss.…

Water is a scarce resource and its availability has not been optimal everywhere in recent summers. We show how to save water in the garden.…

Although calcium cyanamide fertilizer is harmful to he alth, it is still used. We clarify the disadvantages of calcium cyanamide fertilizer and show alternatives.…

Often the soil does not contain enough magnesium for the plants that grow in it. Here you can find out how magnesium fertilizer works and is used.…

Straw instead of potting soil - that actually works. We'll tell you what's behind the new trend and how gardening on straw works.…

One hears again and again that banana peels are used as fertilizer. But does it really work? We investigate the myth and clear it up.…

To turn your own garden into a green paradise, the plants need enough nutrients. We reveal what is important in a garden fertilizer.…

Unlike organic fertilizers, artificial fertilizers are made from fossil minerals and atmospheric nitrogen. We show you the alternatives.…

Mixed cultures are becoming more and more popular because of their positive effects. You can find out which plant combinations are best suited for this here.…

A pond is a great eye-catcher - but it only becomes a real eye-catcher with the right plants. We show which plants are best suited.…

Mycorrhizae are being used more and more in the garden. We show what the fungi are all about and how to use mycorrhizal fertilizer correctly.…

Cinnamon is a very popular spice in the kitchen. But can ground cinnamon also be used as a pesticide or against ants in the garden?…

Bacillus thuringiensis as a miracle weapon against mosquitoes, box tree moths and Colorado potato beetles - and organic? We'll enlighten you.…

In many gardens, flower beds and vegetable beds are strictly separated from each other. Here you can find out why a mixed culture of vegetables and flowers makes sense.…

Planting green manure in the fall prepares the soil for the next growing season. We show how green manure works in autumn.…