Blooming half-timbered framework: A garden that enchants the senses!

Blooming half-timbered framework: A garden that enchants the senses!

In picturesque Bleichenbach, the couple Peter and Martina Walter opened the gates to their well-kept garden today as part of the open garden gate day. This year, in which there was no official invitation to the day in Hesse, the private event attracted numerous garden lovers and curious people who exchanged ideas about flora and garden care. The combination of the historic half-timbered architecture and a blooming garden makes the property a real eye-catcher.

Peter and Martina Walter acquired an old half-timbered farmstead, which they renovated full-time and with a lot of commitment in 1985. Previously, the farmstead had been empty for four years; The listed building was once a farm with a house, laundry room, pigsty and barn. Thanks to the support of regional specialists, the Walters were able to completely renew the dilapidated roof structure and preserve historical style elements such as the sandstone base and the plain tiles. The Walters got their inspiration for the renovation from southern England, while two other Hakenhöfe were also acquired over the years and restored with great attention to detail.

A garden full of diversity and insect-friendly

The Walters' garden is not only a place of beauty, but also a habitat for many plant and animal species. With great enthusiasm, Martina runs a scented bed that is filled with various aromatic plants and thus attracts a variety of insects. Insects are of great importance in a garden: they pollinate flowers, fight pests, and are an important food source for many species of birds. Hoverflies that live in the garden, for example, imitate wasps and are useful helpers in the fight against aphids. Martina has also developed a creative craft and built insect hotels that provide a home for beneficial insects.

Particularly challenging is the care of shade beds, which Martina has also integrated into her garden. Plants that thrive in shady areas often compete with large trees for water and light. Before selecting suitable plants, factors such as soil conditions and lighting conditions should be checked. Depending on the type of trees, it depends on whether they let in more light in spring or not. A well-thought-out planting plan can be particularly helpful for larger areas. In these beds, the large front gardens are laid out in such a way that smaller plants are at the front and larger ones are further back - this ensures an attractive look.

Visitors to the Walters' garden not only had the opportunity to admire the flowering plants, but were also able to talk directly with the owners about natural garden care. The Walters look back on 15 years of dedicated participation in open garden days, which offer them the opportunity to share their passion for gardens with others. Martina Walter's goal is to create a natural garden that serves as a habitat for many species.

The event in Bleichenbach shows how important such creative initiatives are for the community. It is not only an opportunity to marvel at inspiring gardens, but also to spread knowledge about the care and preservation of natural habitats, and that makes Open Garden Day particularly valuable.

For further information about shade beds, their design and care, the Naturgartenhelfer platform offers exciting tips and instructions. Those interested can find further insights into the importance of insects for a beautiful garden on My Beautiful Garden.