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Voles are rodents that probably every garden owner has heard of. They cause great damage, because they destroy plants and flower bulbs, roots, eat fruit and even bite the bark of trees.  What are the proven ways to get rid of voles from the garden - how to fight them? In the guide below you will find answers to these questions. What does a vole look like? Voles are small rodents from the hamster family that often feed in gardens. They are often mistaken for field mice - however, gardeners with a bit more experience will have no problem recognizing them. How to distinguish a vole from a mouse? First of all, let's pay attention to the color of the fur: the vole is red-brown, hence its name - red vole, while the mice are gray-brown. The vole is also smaller and most often we will meet it in the ground, not, for example, in the basement. These rodents are very small - they are about 15 cm long (including the tail - the body itself is about 10 cm) and weigh about 20 g. They have charact

Watering the garden is one of the basic activities that is performed by every owner of a backyard piece of greenery. As you know, it absorbs quite a lot of water, and thus the bills inevitably increase. What are the ways to irrigate the garden cheaply? Below are some proven methods. When to water the garden? Before we start watering the garden, it is worth knowing the basic rules. Remember that the best time to irrigate your backyard greenery is early in the morning. Then it is not yet hot, and the sun's rays do not burn our plants and grass. As you know, water droplets on leaves act almost like a lens. The sun's rays falling on them cause the plants to overheat and die. For this reason, never water your garden on a hot afternoon. The evening is also a good time to water, when the hot sun is no longer hot and the temperature is slightly lower. By sticking to this basic rule, we can be sure that we are watering the garden as it should be. How to water the garden? When watering t

 Very often, when arranging gardens, balconies or terraces, we reach for flowers that we sow from seeds. We can observe how the plant develops from the seed and goes through different phases.  It is a very interesting idea if we have children, together we can sow flowers and watch them grow. In order to have beautiful specimens in summer and autumn, we need to start choosing, buying and sowing seeds at the right time. Choosing flower seeds or what flowers to sow in spring (flower seeds) Remember to buy seeds only from a reliable source. Of course, seeds can be collected every year from your own plantations, but not everyone has the time and desire to do so. Our needs are met by gardening centers and shops, which offer a wide range of various species and varieties of flowers. In the era of a pandemic, going to the shops and eye-picking is not so safe, but gardening stores present the species very well on their websites. With their illustrative photos and description of requirements, car

Cherries are one of the most popular orchard trees that we choose for our gardens and allotments. No wonder the fruit is not only tasty, but also looks beautiful. There is a wide range of cherry varieties on the market, so everyone will find something for themselves. Obtaining a large crop of fruit from this species is not so easy.  Cherries are liked by pests that can decimate our plantation. In addition, in order to obtain good quality fruit, we must provide the plant with appropriate growing conditions, the weather during the entire growing season is also quite important. Unfortunately, we have no influence on weather conditions, but it is worth adjusting care treatments so that our cherry tree feels as good as possible. General rules for spraying cherries with insecticides When it comes to spraying cherries against pests, the principle is similar to spraying, for example, against fungal diseases. We must regularly inspect our plantation so as not to lead to a state where the tree c

String beans - varieties, sowing and cultivation Green beans are an extremely healthy vegetable that contains a lot of protein, vitamins, trace elements, starch, calcium, potassium, manganese, phosphorus and dietary fiber. The green variety is also a source of beta-carotene. Green beans are a low-calorie vegetable and have a low glycemic index. It is easy to digest, and most of us simply love its taste. The bean itself comes from South America, and when grown for fresh pods, it is called string bean, which is often eaten by us during the season. What are the most common varieties of string beans? How to sow and grow this vegetable? Below you will find the necessary tips. String bean varieties Green beans are very often chosen for home vegetable gardens and allotments. We can divide it according to the height of the stem. The most common variety is dwarf, i.e. low, which grows to about 60 cm in height. It does not require supports and its vegetation period lasts 60-90 days. The tall var

 Walnut is a common tree in Poland, which is very popular. This is due to the fact that it is not particularly demanding in cultivation, and its fruits are liked and extremely healthy. The walnut tree looks dignified and grows up to 30 meters. When deciding to cultivate, it is worth bearing in mind that we may have to deal with diseases and pests. What diseases and pests attack the walnut? What are the proven ways to get rid of them? You will learn all this in the following article. Walnut diseases In the case of walnut cultivation, proper care and providing it with optimal conditions are crucial. Diseases attack it, unfortunately, quite often, and a tree that catches it can be ill for several years. Therefore, if such a situation does occur, it is important to correctly identify and apply appropriate measures. What are the most common walnut diseases? Walnut anthracnose It is one of the most dangerous diseases to which trees are generally exposed during rainy summers. Its beginnings c

 Cherry diseases and their control. Causes, symptoms and treatment. Cherries are trees that are unfortunately quite often attacked by diseases. In order for our yield to be as high as possible, we must regularly inspect and properly care for our trees. Treatments performed at the right time can lead to a complete recovery of the plant and thus save the fruit.  It is equally important to recognize the disease in question in order to know what will be best for the tree in a particular case of control. The simplest division of cherry diseases results from the pathogen that causes them: fungal, viral and bacterial diseases. Below are some of the most common cherry diseases and methods of combating them. Viral diseases Cherry jaundice is a disease caused by the Prune dwarf virus. The disease usually manifests itself about 3-4 weeks after flowering, we observe yellow, irregular spots on the leaf blades of older leaves. Over time, they cover the entire leaves. Then the leaves fall off. A tree

 Winter is such a time that allows us to analyze the previous year. Which plants in cultivation would be profitable for us and which are unlikely to work again. One of the first plant species we plant in the spring is bulbous plants. In winter, when there is not much work in the garden, it is worth considering what bulbs we will plant in the new season. What will fit our concept this year and what varieties will be suitable for the soil conditions we have. To dispel any doubts, the onion is an underground shoot. It performs a spore function, thanks to which the plant can survive the winter time. It contains water and all nutrients needed by the plant. It is very important that the bulbs are healthy and in good condition, then we can be sure that our specimens will develop and grow properly. Onions are also used for reproduction. Onion plants look very good both in the garden, planted directly into the ground and in pots, decorating terraces, balconies and even windowsills in spring and

Carrot is one of the most popular root vegetables in Poland. It is valued for its delicious taste, but not only. The wealth of ingredients contained in it has a positive effect on our body - it works both on health and beauty.  Carrots are used both in the kitchen and in medicine or cosmetics. It is willingly chosen for cultivation in gardens. What varieties of carrots to choose for planting in the home garden? How to sow and grow this popular vegetable? Below you will find the necessary tips! Carrots in the garden Carrots are a very popular vegetable for the home garden. Low requirements is one of the reasons why this is happening. How to grow carrots in the garden? First of all, it can be grown anywhere in Poland, regardless of location. It is worth noting that it can grow at a temperature of 5 to 35 ° C, where if the temperature is too low, carrot roots can be thin and long, and if it is too high, they can be short and thick. If you want carrots from your home garden to have a high

 The introduction of stones to the garden gives it an unusual and at the same time very natural character. Stones in the garden look aesthetically pleasing, and are also durable, practically indestructible. It is worth using them to make unique decorations that will make your garden never be the same again. Stone decorations will make it unique and original. To decorate and beautify the garden, you can use gravel, rock shales, gravel, stone bark or even large, heavy boulders. There are countless ideas for arranging a garden with stones, just specify what you expect and what effect you want to achieve. Stone in the garden A stone is a fragment of a rock, one of the components of mountains, which are a very durable creation of nature. Stone attracts attention and fits perfectly with other materials that are used to shape the space around the house. Stone decoration is a great way to emphasize the beauty of plants. They can be used in a variety of ways, because decorating the garden with

 Roses are one of the most popular flowering shrubs for the garden. They have amazingly beautiful flowers, bloom for a long time, and are perfect for small and large gardens. Their decorativeness is visible and completely indisputable. The popularity of cultivated rose bushes can be recognized by the fact that there are as many as 4,000 different varieties on the market, and this surprisingly high number is growing year by year. Each variety is unique in its own way. Roses are a variety of colors and forms, which means that even the most demanding gardener will find a species that will suit his garden. The basic division of roses 4000 species of roses is a very large number, which for the sake of simplicity has been divided into several groups. The first group includes large-flowered roses, very popular, delightful in color and fragrance. Also known as tea roses, as they were created as a result of combining a fragrant rose with a Chinese rose with a tea-like aroma. Another group are m

 Tomato is one of the most popular vegetables, which contains a wealth of flavor, but also a lot of vitamins. Both children and adults enjoy them. Tomatoes are an inseparable element of many dishes, but they are also simply delicious on their own. This popular vegetable reached Europe in the 15th century, and interestingly, until the 19th century, some considered it poisonous.  Today, no one can imagine summer without delicious and juicy tomatoes. By making homemade preserves, we can also enjoy them out of season. Growing tomatoes at home is not difficult at all. If you have been wondering what variety of tomatoes to choose, how their sowing and cultivation looks like, be sure to read the following tips. Tomato varieties Anyone who wants to grow this popular vegetable has a lot of options to choose from. Different varieties of tomatoes with different flavors and colors will enrich the taste of each dish and make sandwiches unique. When planting this vegetable, it is worth opting for se