Nature in Erfurt: New wildflower slope ensures biodiversity!

Nature in Erfurt: New wildflower slope ensures biodiversity!

Am Petersberg in Erfurt is currently high: an extensive greening measure was launched in order not only to optically upgrade the slope, but also to actively take into account the erosion protection. According to the City of Erfurt , the soil was loosened up by hand and freed from stones, an important step to create the basis for healthy growth. A specially developed lean grass mixture, equipped with regional wildflowers and herbs such as yarrow and wild carrot, was applied. This is a careful adaptation of the seeds to the location conditions, which should specifically promote the biodiversity.

In order to stabilize the soil structure, erosion protection mats were laid and attached to the slope with wooden pegs. These mats create ideal conditions for greening, because they not only have a stabilizing effect, but are also good protection against erosive influences.

user management and protective measures

Garden and cemetery office manager Ricarda Schreeg has a clear message to all citizens and visitors: Please neither enter the freshly stocked area nor interrupt- only the existing paths may be used. The undisturbed growth of the newly sown plants is crucial for the long -term stability and greening of the slope. Particularly noticeable: It is asked to avoid the edited areas up to the concerts on the cathedral square from July 4th to 12th, 2025 in order not to endanger the success of the measure.

contribution to biodiversity

This initiative is not only a beauty project, but also has a deeper ecologically relevant meaning. A study by the According to the Federal Environment Agency , the newly planted wild herbs are not only important for soil protection, but also promote the biodiversity of the region. Local animal species have adapted to local plant species for centuries, which means that the new plant stocks will serve as a habitat for many insects and other animals.

according to the are up to 50 different types of insect mixtures on the new regional wild plants. For example, the ordinary horn clover of 45 insect species is used, including numerous butterfly and wild bees. The protection of biodiversity and the avoidance of soil erosion went hand in hand.