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Although among the pests that threaten plants grown in the garden, moles, martens, voles, as well as aphids and moths are mentioned, it turns out that such small and inconspicuous creatures as ants can also cause a lot of damage.  When queens, which in one nest are usually about 10-30, but may as well be even several thousand, establish a colony on our property, it is a sign that we are in for a lot of trouble.  Especially when the ants decide to grow aphids in their anthill. Why are ants unwanted guests on the plot? How to get ants out of the garden? We suggest! The harmful effect of ants on the garden. Although still few people are aware of it, ants contribute to many negative phenomena in the garden. First of all, they damage and contaminate cultivated fruits and vegetables, uncover roots, tubers and rhizomes and drill holes in them, additionally weaken plants attacked by aphids, and during drought they gnaw young plant shoots.  To make matters worse, ants destroy buds and flowers,

One of the oldest, used since time immemorial, and above all fully natural fertilizers is compost, which each of us can prepare in our own garden. It is enough to collect vegetable and fruit peelings, mowed grass and leaves that fall from the trees in autumn.  It is on their basis that the "black gold of gardeners" is created - an ecological means of supplying vegetables, fruits, as well as flowers, shrubs and ornamental trees.  How to set up a composter step by step to get compost full of useful ingredients? How to make a natural fertilizer that will nourish and support the development of plants? Compost - the benefits of its production There are many benefits to setting up a composter. Thanks to it, organic waste in the form of grasses, leaves, vegetable and fruit peelings, trimmed branches and shoots of trees and shrubs, instead of being collected in garbage cans, are subjected to the decomposition process.  Therefore, not only do we gain a fully ecological fertilizer, ava

 Moles, voles, martens are some of the most popular pests in gardens. The first of these are small, fur-covered animals (mammals) that cannot see, but have excellent hearing and large paws with claws.  And although they do not bite the roots of vegetables, digging underground tunnels can damage plants, causing them to wither. In addition, they leave unsightly traces on the surface of the grass, namely molehills (mounds).  It is for these reasons that if a mole appears on our plot, it should be asked to leave as soon as possible. What's up with the mole in the garden? Liquid, gel, granules, poison, or maybe a trap - what is the most effective and safest method for moles? What's up with the mole? There are a lot of ways to get rid of moles, voles and martens from the garden. This time, of course, we will focus on the former, because they seem to be a special case. Well, it should be noted that moles are under protection, therefore all kinds of poisons and other bloody methods sho

One of the symbols of the golden Polish autumn is not only the leaves of trees and shrubs changing color from juicy green to warm orange, red and red, but also heathers blooming in purple, white and sometimes blue.  Although until recently these plants flowered gardens and terraces in the period from September to the end of October, more and more people decide to decorate the interior of the house with them. Is it possible to grow heather at home? How to care for heather in a pot? Let's check! Heathers at home As it is well known, heathers are small shrubs that start blooming in late summer and stay that way until the end of October, provided that they are grown in flowerbeds in the garden or boxes on the terrace or balcony. Of course, nothing stands in the way of decorating the living room, kitchen, dining room or bedroom with them, but you must remember that they will serve as a short-term decoration.  In such conditions, they are usually able to survive for several days, and wit

 Many people, with the beginning of autumn, fall into a melancholic mood and longing for summer, which, as usual, ended too quickly. Of course, at this time of year it often rains, the days are cloudy and shorter. However, it is worth trying to break the omnipresent grey.  All we need is just a little willingness and creativity! Instead of coats and jackets in gloomy colors, let's choose those in intense yellows and purples, let's discover multi-colored flowers and shrubs that will decorate our gardens and terraces even in October, and finally, let's start experimenting with autumn fruits and vegetables in the kitchen. As a curiosity, let's consider, for example, are chestnuts edible?  What requirements does the chestnut have? Cultivation of this plant is possible at all in the Polish climate? What distinguishes chestnut fruit? And finally, what impact can chestnuts have on our health? The properties that these plants show are surprising - we can be sure of that. Chestn

For anyone who has a garden, it is certainly no secret or news that pruning trees and shrubs is one of the most important care procedures. Thanks to it, plants develop properly, bloom beautifully and bear fruit abundantly. However, you need to know which ones to prune when and how.  The main pruning, of course, falls on the spring season, but sometimes it is worth deciding to prune trees and shrubs in the fall. What species does this apply to? Let's check! Pruning trees and shrubs in autumn - what to watch out for? Before you start pruning trees and shrubs in the fall, it is worth knowing how to properly perform such a procedure. Otherwise, individual plants could be weakened and, as a result, even destroyed.  Especially in autumn, you should be careful not to prune shrubs and trees too radically. Cutting most of the shoots would make the plant less resistant to frost, as well as pests and diseases. Therefore, in the case of some species, it is better to completely give up pruning

 There is no doubt that we are increasingly willing to move out of cities. While a dozen or so years ago the tendency was such that villages were emptying, and the number of inhabitants was increasing in metropolises, today we are tired of urban noise, stress and overcrowding again, in search of tranquility and peace, we return to nature.  And again, just like years ago, we start dreaming of a house near the forest with its own garden and a beautiful view of the wild areas.  We strive for this with all our might, even at the expense of the time that needs to be devoted to commuting to work in the center. However, we must bear in mind that nature, although beautiful, can also do some damage.  The decision to live in the vicinity of meadows and forests entails the risk that our property will be visited by uninvited guests, e.g. deer and hares. Then you should think about how to safely and effectively scare away wild animals. Is deterring wild animals necessary at all? Many people, especi

Own garden is not only a privilege, but also an obligation. Of course, if we have our own piece of land, we can enjoy fully natural harvests of fruit and vegetables, the possibility of resting in the fresh air and meetings with loved ones at the grill.  On the other hand, for the property to look really great, for trees, shrubs and grasses to delight with lush greenery, and flowers with the power of colors, you need to put in a lot of effort.  Garden care - before, during and after flowering plants is crucial. How we prepare the soil in the spring for the spring-summer season, how we clean the garden for the winter and how we protect individual species from frost will affect the crops (this year or next year).  Undoubtedly, it is therefore worth equipping yourself with solid gardening tools, including gardening tools for loosening the soil. What are they specifically for? Which one to choose? Gardening tools for loosening the soil - are they needed? When completing at least a basic set

 In addition to pests - e.g. foxes, martens, mice, moles, snails, weeds are a real nuisance for every gardener, which, unfortunately, are often very difficult to control.  Unfortunately, they grow between vegetable beds, next to ornamental trees and shrubs, and even in pots and flower boxes.  Sometimes we may have the impression that no matter what we do, how well we prepare the soil for cultivation, sooner or later nettles, thistles, yolks, milkweed, plantain, etc. will appear next to the cultivated vegetation. Of course, there are a lot of chemicals for weeding the soil However, in the case of home gardens or plots located in city gardens, it is undoubtedly worth focusing on mechanical methods, i.e. weeding. The more so that practical gardening tools for removing weeds help us. Gardening tools for removing weeds, i.e. pitchforks above all Having your own piece of land, it goes without saying that you will need to invest in gardening tools. In order to minimize the amount of weeds gro

With the beginning of December, a month that most people around the world associate primarily with Christmas, we are starting a series of publications around Christmas on our gardening blog.  They will be dedicated mainly to the Christmas tree. A tree that shimmers in hundreds of colors thanks to lamps, glass baubles and other decorations that we traditionally hang on its branches cannot be missing in any Polish home.  However, it turns out that choosing a conifer is a real challenge. In large supermarkets, markets, Christmas markets and garden stores you will find a huge selection of Christmas trees, both artificial and natural.  There is no doubt that the latter is a much better option, because nothing can compare to the smell of the forest accompanying us at a lavishly laid Christmas table. However, there is one more question, namely which live Christmas tree - spruce or fir to choose? Live Christmas tree - spruce or fir? Norway spruce and silver spruce "Live Christmas tree - s

 A live Christmas tree at home during Christmas is one of those things that most of us look forward to long before December 24th. When a forest-smelling tree appears in the house, we all feel that it is high time to celebrate with loved ones at a table richly set with traditional dishes.  Anyway, apart from the amazing smell, the coniferous tree decorated with multi-colored lamps, baubles, chains and sweet sweets also pleases the eye. No wonder that each of us hopes that the Christmas tree will not lose its needles too early, but will stay at home as long as possible, at least until the Epiphany.  Hence, more and more often we decide to buy not cut trees, but planted in a plastic container in the ground. The more that after winter, we can transplant them to the garden. How to take care of a Christmas tree in a pot, so that it looks beautiful during the holidays, and then it takes root on the backyard property? How to care for a Christmas tree in a pot? position and temperature Although

In gardening, mistletoe is a well-known semi-parasite that grows on other plants, usually tall trees, from which it absorbs water and minerals. It consists of quite short twigs with small, oblong, leathery, green or green-yellow leaves. Its fruits, called berries, are also characteristic - small white balls, appearing every year for the winter.  Mistletoe shoots are usually spherical or hemispherical in shape. Interestingly, mistletoe is widely used in herbal medicine - it has a calming effect, lowers blood pressure, dilates blood vessels, and even eliminates tinnitus. No wonder that according to ancient beliefs, mistletoe was treated as a sacred herb with magical power. Hence the origin of the mistletoe symbol for Christmas. Mistletoe symbol for Christmas - where did the tradition come from? As already mentioned in the introduction, the mistletoe symbol for Christmas has been in use since ancient times. In times when various diseases were treated primarily with the help of herbs and f

Highbush blueberry, often called American blueberry, is a perennial plant belonging to the heather family. It is native to North America, but has also spread naturally to Japan, New Zealand and parts of Europe.  It is an increasingly popular shrub in many places around our land. It grows in the form of a bush and grows up to 2.5 m in height.  Blueberry shoots are very branched. In the spring, ellipse-shaped leaves appear on it. Bunches of flowers appear in the top parts. It has beautiful creamy white flowers. Typically, the shrub blooms from April to May, depending on the variety. Blueberries ripen by the end of September. Depending on the variety, the fruit can be smaller, larger, more numerous or sweeter. First of all, tastier than in the case of blueberries. Blueberry construction Blueberry fruits consist primarily of water, at the level of 84%. There are 57 kcal in 100 g of this fruit. The nutritional value of the fruit is made up of 14.5g carbohydrates, 0.5g fats and 0.6g proteins

One of the most popular flowers in gardens are ROSES, which for many are the pride of the garden. The plants are wonderful, beautiful and blooming, available in many varieties on the Polish market in stationary or online stores. Autumn is the best time to choose and plant these flowers. We will tell you how to plant roses, care for and prune roses. There are over 100 types and botanical varieties and many more cultivars of roses in the available stores. It is a relatively easy flower to grow, usually it will grow anywhere except waterlogged and shady places. There is no problem to plant many varieties of roses with each other or with accompanying plants from perennials, bulbs, annuals or perennials through deciduous or coniferous trees.  For many of us, roses are the showcase of our garden, they focus our attention or the attention of guests visiting our farm. One of the most important features of roses is that they bloom for a long time and are long-lived. Where and how to plant roses

 Ants on the plot -  Many of us wonder what to do with ants in our garden or our backyard paths. They are a nuisance to many farm or garden owners. They also disturb us many times when weeding, mowing or caring for plants, sometimes biting annoyingly.  Generally, they annoy us a lot by wandering around fruit trees and shrubs, collecting aphid honeydew or building mounds on our favorite lawn! We will present some information for you trying to answer and tell you what and whether to do something with the ants on the plot. First of all, ants are useful insects from the order Hymenoptera, although we might often think that they are malicious pests. Both ants and bees and wasps live in groups, large families. The founder and leader of such a group is the queen (fertilized female), which has wings during the swarming period. It loses its wings after mating, and the male ant dies.  The largest group in the entire ant family or community are the workers - the most industrious, unfertilized, wi