Weeds

Cardamine hirsuta - Hairy Bittercress

Height: typically grows up to 30 centimeters in height.

Flowering Season: This plant blooms in the spring.

Care Tips: prefers partial shade and moist soil. It is a low-maintenance plant that does not require much pruning.

Soil: It thrives in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering.

Benefits: Cardamine hirsuta attracts pollinators and adds a touch of beauty to any garden.

Galium aparine - Sticky bud/willy

Height: can grow up to 150 centimeters in height.

Flowering Season: This plant blooms in the spring and summer.

Care Tips: Galium aparine prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. It does not require much pruning.

Soil: It thrives in various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.

Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist.

Benefits: is known for its medicinal properties and can be used in herbal remedies.

Epilobium montanum - Broad-leaved Willowherb

Height: can grow up to 100 centimeters in height.

Flowering Season: This plant blooms in the summer.

Care Tips: Epilobium montanum prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. It does not require much pruning.

Soil: It thrives in various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.

Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist.

Benefits: attracts butterflies and bees, making it a great addition to pollinator gardens.

Ranunculus repens - Buttercup

Height: typically reaches a height of 10-30 centimeters.

Flowering Season: blooms from spring to early summer, displaying bright yellow flowers.

Care Tips: Plant in a sunny or partially shaded area with moist soil. Regular watering is necessary to keep the soil consistently moist.

Pruning: Remove any dead or damaged foliage to maintain the plant's appearance.

Soil: prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.

Watering: Water the plant regularly, especially during dry periods, to prevent the soil from drying out.

Benefits: adds a vibrant splash of color to your garden and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Taraxacum officinale - Dandelion

Height: Dandelions can grow up to 30 centimeters tall.

Flowering Season: These hardy plants produce yellow flowers from spring to fall.

Care Tips: adaptable and can grow in various soil types. They thrive in full sun or partial shade.

Pruning: Regular mowing or cutting can help control the spread of dandelions in your lawn or garden.

Soil: can tolerate different soil conditions, but they prefer well-draining soil.

Watering: These plants have deep taproots that allow them to withstand drought conditions, but regular watering can promote healthier growth.

Benefits: are not only beautiful but also edible. The leaves can be used in salads, and the flowers can be used to make tea or wine.

Urtica dioica - Stinging nettle

Height: Common Nettle can grow up to 1-2 meters tall.

Flowering Season: The plant produces small greenish flowers from late spring to early fall.

Care Tips: Plant in a partially shaded area with moist soil. Nettles prefer nutrient-rich soil.

Pruning: Regular pruning can help control the size and prevent the plant from becoming invasive.

Soil: prefers fertile soil that is rich in organic matter.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.

Benefits: Despite its stinging reputation, has medicinal properties and can be used to make herbal remedies and teas.

Rumex obtusifolius - Dock

Height: typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 meter.

Flowering Season: This plant blooms from June to September.

Care Tips: prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal watering once established.

Pruning: Pruning is not necessary for Rumex obtusifolius, but you can remove any dead or damaged leaves to maintain its appearance.

Soil: This plant thrives in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.

Watering: Water Rumex obtusifolius regularly, especially during dry periods. However, be careful not to overwater as it can lead to root rot.

Benefits: Rumex obtusifolius is known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional herbal medicine to treat various ailments.

Elymus repens - Twitch

Height: height of 0.5 to 1 meter.

Flowering Season: blooms in the summer, producing small, inconspicuous flowers.

Care Tips: in a sunny or partially shaded location. Ensure that the soil is well-drained and fertile. Regularly remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients.

Pruning: does not require extensive pruning. However, you can trim back any dead or damaged foliage to maintain its overall appearance.

Soil: prefers loamy or sandy soil that is well-drained. It can tolerate a range of soil pH levels, but neutral to slightly acidic soil is ideal.

Watering: regularly, especially during dry periods. However, be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

Benefits: excellent choice for ground cover, its deep root system helps prevent soil erosion, it attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Bellis perennis - Daisy

Height: grows to a height of 0.1 to 0.3 meters.

Flowering Season: This plant blooms from March to October.

Care Tips: prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering to keep the soil moist.

Pruning: Pruning is not necessary for Bellis perennis, but you can deadhead the flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

Soil: This plant thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil moist. Avoid overwatering, as it can lead to root rot.

Benefits: a popular choice for flower beds and borders due to its daisy-like flowers and low-growing habit.

Geranium robertianum - Herb robert

Height: grows to a height of 10-30 centimeters.

Flowering Season: blooms from spring to early summer.

Care Tips: prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering, but be careful not to overwater as it can lead to root rot.

Pruning: Prune after flowering to encourage new growth and maintain its shape

Soil: This plant thrives in moist, fertile soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.5.

Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

Benefits: attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden. It also has medicinal properties and is used in herbal remedies.