Teltow welcomes its new Tiny Forest: 360 trees for the future!

Teltow welcomes its new Tiny Forest: 360 trees for the future!

Something is happening in the countryside in Teltow! In November 2024, more than 30 helpers worked together to plant the second Tiny Forest, another green project of the “Trees for the Future” association founded in the same year. It is an exciting initiative that aims to restore or develop natural forest structures in both urban and rural areas. The first planting campaign by this association took place on November 15, 2024 on the grounds of the BIOMALZ factory.

154 different seedlings were planted in an area of ​​approximately 50 square meters. These included native species such as European beech, sessile oak, winter lime, quaking aspen, rowan, black elderberry, blood-red dogwood and dog rose. The latest Tiny Forest covers 120 square meters in the musicians' quarter, where a total of 360 trees were planted 60 cm apart under the guidance of Rosemarie Graf, the association's chairwoman. Main tree species such as hornbeam, winter lime and Norway maple are combined with secondary tree species and shrubs.

A piece of nature in the urban area

The Miyawaki Method, which underlies the concept of Tiny Forests, was originally developed by the Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki. This method promotes biodiversity in small areas by planting local plant species to mimic natural forests. In Teltow there is a strong focus on the resilience of forests. Future trees, such as oak, hornbeam or quaking aspen, should be specially designed to better deal with drought and heat.

But how does the whole thing actually work? First, suitable native species must be identified, which requires comprehensive studies of local flora and fauna. Plants are created in four layers: canopy, trees, subtrees and shrubs to achieve maximum density and balance. This multi-layered system not only promotes tree growth, but also plays a central role in restoring local ecosystems.

Biodiversity and climate protection

The idea behind tiny forests is that by planting seedlings densely, forests can regenerate more quickly. This not only helps sequester carbon, but also improves air quality and manages rainfall. The densely planted trees act like a natural sponge, storing water and regulating the soil temperature.

• Vorteile der Miyawaki-Methode:
  • Schnelle Wiederbewaldung durch dichte Pflanzungen.
  • Erhöhung der Biodiversität mit einheimischen Arten.
  • Stärkung des Klima-Managements und Unterstützung der lokalen Gemeinschaft.
• Herausforderungen:
  • Hoher Ressourcenbedarf und laufende Pflege erforderlich.
  • Wichtig: Die korrekte Auswahl der einheimischen Arten für den Erfolg des Projektes.

In summary, the planting of tiny forests not only enriches nature in Teltow, but also creates awareness of the importance of biodiversity and nature conservation. The combination of local community engagement and innovative farming methods offers a promising prospect for the future of urban green spaces.

For more information about the Miyawaki Method and its global impact, visit Rewilding Academy and on the website of the Sugi project.