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Butterflies and caterpillars need more than a friendly plant or two in the garden, and just like us humans, they also have certain preferences. In the case of butterflies, they like a spiral or three-dimensional garden bed with a variety of larval host plants. Such a bed is the ideal habitat for insects, according to the German Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU). A spiral bed winds its way upwards similar to an herb spiral, which becomes narrower towards the top and is bordered by large stones. The site should have room for a bed at least three metres in diameter, with the lower...
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Butterflies and caterpillars need more than a friendly plant or two in the garden, and just like us humans, they also have certain preferences. In the case of butterflies, they like a spiral or three-dimensional garden bed with a variety of larval host plants. Such a bed is the ideal habitat for insects, according to the German Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU). A spiral bed winds its way upwards similar to an herb spiral, which becomes narrower towards the top and is bordered by large stones. The site should have room for a bed at least three metres in diameter, with the lower...
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Most fruits contain seeds, and some plants culinarily regarded as vegetables - including tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers - are botanically fruits because they contain seeds. When you buy them at a supermarket or greengrocer's, can you use their seeds to grow them in your garden? "Yes, but there's a high risk you won't get anything that tastes good," says Christine Scherer, horticultural technician at the Bavarian Garden Academy in Germany. The reason, she explains, is that F1 hybrid (first filial generation) seeds are very often used in commercial fruit and vegetable cultivation. They're the r...
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Most fruits contain seeds, and some plants culinarily regarded as vegetables - including tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers - are botanically fruits because they contain seeds. When you buy them at a supermarket or greengrocer's, can you use their seeds to grow them in your garden? "Yes, but there's a high risk you won't get anything that tastes good," says Christine Scherer, horticultural technician at the Bavarian Garden Academy in Germany. The reason, she explains, is that F1 hybrid (first filial generation) seeds are very often used in commercial fruit and vegetable cultivation. They're the r...
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As the temperatures heat up, so does the growth in your garden - and the dreaded need to haul out that lawnmower to keep the grass in shape. But now, you can forget about what your neighbours might say about your unruly lawn. "No Mow May," originally a UK movement, has spread to other countries and proponents say it will actually keep your grass greener. Blooming flowers on the lawn attract bumblebees and butterflies as well as special species that feed off of the growth. Cut the grass and you chop off this ecosystem. "Even before wildflowers have a chance to grow up from the lawn and blossom,...
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As the temperatures heat up, so does the growth in your garden - and the dreaded need to haul out that lawnmower to keep the grass in shape. But now, you can forget about what your neighbours might say about your unruly lawn. "No Mow May," originally a UK movement, has spread to other countries and proponents say it will actually keep your grass greener. Blooming flowers on the lawn attract bumblebees and butterflies as well as special species that feed off of the growth. Cut the grass and you chop off this ecosystem. "Even before wildflowers have a chance to grow up from the lawn and blossom,...
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Are you tired of clunky, wooden, and dull TV stands that don't tie in with the rest of your space's aesthetic? We've got the solution for you: Pedestal TV stands! This Danish interior brand is all about quality, functionality, and simplicity, making it the perfect addition to any modern living space. Not only does Pedestal offer sleek and modern design aesthetics, but they're also committed to responsible production. They use only high-quality materials and partner with manufacturing entities that uphold ethical standards and employ modern production methods. Plus, their products are built to ...
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Next time you need fresh soil for your flower bed, balcony box or herb pot on the windowsill, make sure that it is peat-free. Environmentalists are keen to make small-scale gardeners aware of the difference they can make to the protection of some of Europe's most fragile ecosystems. Peat extraction for gardening is leading to the destruction of raised bogs across Europe and threatening important habitats for rare animals and plants. Peatlands also store a lot of carbon, and large amounts of CO2 are released into the atmosphere when they are disturbed by commercial exploitation. So, you can als...
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Next time you need fresh soil for your flower bed, balcony box or herb pot on the windowsill, make sure that it is peat-free. Environmentalists are keen to make small-scale gardeners aware of the difference they can make to the protection of some of Europe's most fragile ecosystems. Peat extraction for gardening is leading to the destruction of raised bogs across Europe and threatening important habitats for rare animals and plants. Peatlands also store a lot of carbon, and large amounts of CO2 are released into the atmosphere when they are disturbed by commercial exploitation. So, you can als...
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You arrive home and think "peace and quiet at last." A few seconds later, the silence is broken by loud footsteps from the flat overhead, barking dogs, banging doors or even the sound of your neighbour's TV. Residents of apartment blocks have many a tale to tell about unwanted noise. And sometimes it even reverberates into your own flat. So, what can you do? Getting to the bottom of noise is no mean feat. A distinction is made between airborne sounds and structure-borne sounds. Airborne sound travels through the air as sound waves and is perceived by the ears. Structure-borne sound, on the oth...
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