The "Climate Active" initiative brings early-blooming flowers to public flowerbeds – an EU project promotes environmental engagement
The city is showing its most colorful side these weeks: Thanks to the initiative “Climate Active in Groß-Gerau”, were planted on public land in the autumn of 2024 12,500 flower bulbs – now they are unfolding their full splendor.
Fifty-six volunteers supported the project with several planting events at locations such as Albrecht-Dürer-Platz, Nauheimer Weg, Römerkreisel, in front of the fire station, the adult education center at Dornberg Castle , and in flowerbeds in the city center, for example on Mainzer Straße, Frankfurter Straße , and Schöneckenplatz. "The response was overwhelming. It was an encouraging experience to see how many people are actively committed to a vibrant cityscape," says Sabine Ziegler of Klimaaktiv.
Environmental education meets species conservation
The project is part of an EU-funded programwith the support of the German Adult Education Association and the Groß-Gerau District Adult Education Center implemented , grape hyacinths (Muscari botryoides) planted – a native wildflower that is on the Red List and for bumblebees and wild bees serves as a valuable food source,
“Planting and caring for plants together not only creates beautiful places in the city, but also promotes biodiversity,” emphasizes Angelika Lange Etzel from Klimaaktiv. Early-blooming plants are a simple yet effective contribution that everyone can make in their own garden or on their balcony.
Next projects already planned
In late spring, another project will follow: Frankfurter Straße, near the historic town hall, with climate-adapted perennials be planted Hessian State Agricultural Agency (LLH).
also Mayor Jörg Rüddenklau praised the project: "This commitment shows what practical environmental protection can look like locally. Together we are making Groß-Gerau not only more beautiful, but also more sustainable."
Further information about the initiative can be found on the website of the city of Groß-Gerau or via the Groß-Gerau district adult education center.
(GROSS-GERAU – RED/PSGG)
