Gartenlexikon

Gartenrat.de is a German online garden and plant-care reference for hobby gardeners, offering practical guidance on growing and maintaining plants and making garden work easier. Its content covers plant propagation, fertilizing, pruning, planting and seasonal care, alongside ideas for garden design. The site organizes its advice into topics including plant profiles, vegetable and fruit gardens, lawns, ornamental gardens, houseplants, garden tasks, pests and beneficial wildlife.

Articles address specific questions and common challenges, such as choosing plants, caring for trees and shrubs, dealing with weeds, improving lawn growth, and creating wildlife-friendly spaces. Readers can also find guidance on household and garden materials, including composting walnut leaves and preparing surfaces for paving. The plant directory features information on species and varieties, with care instructions for gardens, balconies and indoor spaces.

Gartenrat.de describes an editorial plan of around 500 topics each year, drawing on reader questions, plant-breeding trends and popular social-media highlights. The site’s service is informational: a searchable-style collection of articles and practical recommendations designed to help gardeners make informed decisions throughout the year.