Nature in the garden

Every step counts on the way to a green paradise

Although there are still no snowdrops in sight, you can already get a whiff of spring in Lower Austria. The "Nature in the Garden" initiative is once again supporting all amateur gardeners with help and advice this year.  

Whether in private gardens or public green spaces - every step, no matter how small, towards a climate-friendly paradise counts. "Everyone can make a contribution," appeals Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner as her experts take a "sniff" of spring air. Together eco-logic: "Green areas reduce heat in residential areas, store valuable rainwater and act as an important habitat for fauna and flora." The fact that "every stinging nettle counts" is also confirmed by the ecologically deeply committed "Garten Tulln" boss Franz Gruber.

Every stinging nettle is a signal of green hope!

Landeshauptfrau Johanna Mikl-Leitner

Bild: APA/Hans Klaus Techt

Blue and yellow garden offensive
"This is the aim of our annual focus," assures Mikl-Leitner. This year's blue and yellow garden campaign offers practical help and tips for hobby gardeners and local authorities alike. In 10 steps that guarantee the blossoming of lush greenery. These include creating shade, planting hedges, using rainwater, greening even the smallest gaps and sowing butterfly meadows. Mulching is just as important as using compost as a water reservoir and selecting climate-friendly plants and growing your own edibles.